Bothell, WA · King County
Waiver of Counsel
Bothell Municipal Court’s Waiver of Counsel lets a defendant answer questions and request permission to represent themselves in a criminal case.
What this form is
This form asks a defendant about their education, legal experience, understanding of the charges and court procedures, and reasons for not wanting an attorney. A defendant completes it when asking the court to allow self-representation; the form states that the judge decides whether to approve the waiver. It also asks whether the defendant wants screening for court-appointed counsel.
Who needs it
A defendant in Bothell Municipal Court who wants to give up the right to an attorney and represent themselves may complete this form.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the defendant signs it, and the judge dates the court’s approval.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Waiver of Counsel PDF.
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Complete The Questions
Answer the questions about your background, the charges, court procedures, and your decision about counsel.
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Review And Sign
Read and complete the form, then sign and date it as the defendant.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Waiver of Counsel form for?
- It lets a defendant answer questions about choosing to represent themselves and request that Bothell Municipal Court allow self-representation.
- Who completes the Waiver of Counsel?
- The form is for a defendant who wants to give up the right to an attorney and represent themselves in a criminal case.
- Do I need a notary for the Waiver of Counsel?
- No. The defendant signs and dates the form without a notary; the judge dates the court’s approval.
- How do I submit the Waiver of Counsel?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Waiver of Counsel doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Bothell form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.