Application for Pro Per Investigator Panel

San Bernardino Superior Court · Appointed Defense Services

Verified current as of September 10, 2026

This form is used by people representing themselves in court (without a lawyer) to request permission to hire an investigator to help gather evidence for their case. Someone would need this form if they cannot afford to pay for an investigator themselves and are asking the court to allow them to use a court-approved investigator at no cost or reduced cost.