Waiver of Right to Counsel and Order Permitting Appearance in Propria Persona
San Mateo Superior Court · Adoption
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Last updated July 3, 2026
This form is used when someone charged with a crime wants to represent themselves in court instead of having a lawyer defend them. A person would need this form if they want to officially give up their right to have an attorney and get the judge's permission to handle their own criminal case.
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