The Texas Affidavit and Request for Appointed Counsel or Waiver of Counsel is a document used by indigent individuals who are facing criminal charges in Texas and are unable to afford the services of a private attorney. It is a legal form that must be filled out by the defendant in order to be eligible for the services of a court-appointed attorney. The affidavit must be signed by the defendant and notarized, and it should include information such as the defendant’s income, assets, and other financial resources. The Texas Affidavit and Request for Appointed Counsel or Waiver of Counsel comes in two types: the Request for Appointed Counsel and the Waiver of Counsel. The Request for Appointed Counsel allows the defendant to apply for an attorney to represent them in their criminal case, while the Waiver of Counsel allows the defendant to waive their right to an attorney and proceed without legal representation.