CJA Form 31 Instructions is a set of guidelines created by the United States Department of Justice to help judges and lawyers navigate the process of submitting applications for appointment of counsel in the federal criminal justice system. The instructions provide guidance on how to complete the CJA Form 31, which is a form used to request compensation for the services of appointed counsel. There are two main types of CJA Form 31 Instructions: 1. CJA Form 31 Instructions for Appointed Counsel: This version of the instructions provides guidance on how to complete the form when applying for compensation for the services of appointed counsel. It outlines the information that must be provided, such as the type of case, the estimated hours of work needed, and the requested fee rate. 2. CJA Form 31 Instructions for Court Appointments: This version of the instructions provides guidance on how to complete the form when applying for the appointment of counsel. It outlines the information that must be provided, such as the name of the applicant, the type of case, and the requested fee rate.