Tennessee CJA 28 Forms — Explanatory Memorandum are forms issued by the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) to explain the purpose and content of the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) 28 Application for Services. The Explanatory Memorandum is intended to provide guidance to attorneys as they prepare the CJA 28 Application for Services. There are two types of Tennessee CJA 28 Forms — Explanatory Memorandum: one for attorneys appointed by the court and one for attorneys appointed by the AOC. The form for attorneys appointed by the court provides instructions on filling out the CJA 28 Application for Services and includes information on the types of services available, the criteria for services, and the process for submitting and obtaining approval for services. The form for attorneys appointed by the AOC provides additional guidance on the process for submitting and obtaining approval for services, as well as information on the timeframes for submitting and receiving payment for approved services.