A Maryland Request for Waiver of Appearance is a legal document used in the state of Maryland to allow a party to appear in court for a trial or hearing without being physically present. This document can be used by either the plaintiff or the defendant to waive their right to an in-person appearance. There are two types of Maryland Request for Waiver of Appearance: the Request for Waiver of Personal Appearance in Civil Cases and the Request for Waiver of Personal Appearance in Criminal Cases. The Request for Waiver of Personal Appearance in Civil Cases is used when a party wishes to appear in a civil court without being physically present. The Request for Waiver of Personal Appearance in Criminal Cases is used when a party wishes to appear in a criminal court without being physically present. The party filing the Maryland Request for Waiver of Appearance must provide the court with their name, address, case number, and the reason for filing the request. The party must also provide information on their attorney, if applicable. The court will review the request and determine if it is approved or denied. If approved, the party will be allowed to appear in court without being physically present.