An Appearance Form is a document used to request an individual to appear in court or other judicial or administrative proceedings. It is usually issued by a court or other legal authority, and requires the person named in the form to appear in court on a specific date and time. There are different types of Appearance Forms, including criminal appearance forms, civil appearance forms, and appellate appearance forms. Criminal Appearance Forms are issued to individuals who are accused of a crime and are required to appear in court to enter a plea. Civil Appearance Forms are issued to individuals who are parties in a civil lawsuit and are required to appear in court to participate in the proceedings. Appellate Appearance Forms are issued to individuals who have appealed a court decision and are required to appear in court to argue their case.