The Statement of Parolee or Mandatory Released Concerning Appointment of Counsel Under the Criminal Justice Act is a document that is signed by the parolee/mandatory released in order to appoint counsel and pay for legal services under the Criminal Justice Act. This document outlines the rights of the parolee/mandatory released to receive legal counsel and the terms of payment for those services. The Statement of Parolee or Mandatory Released Concerning Appointment of Counsel Under the Criminal Justice Act is typically signed in the presence of a court official or a parole/probation officer. There are two types of Statement of Parolee or Mandatory Released Concerning Appointment of Counsel Under the Criminal Justice Act: 1. Appointment of Counsel — This document is used when a parolee/mandatory released wishes to appoint an attorney of their own choosing to represent them in court. This document outlines the terms of payment for legal services, as well as the rights of the parolee/mandatory released to receive legal counsel. 2. Waiver of Appointment of Counsel — This document is used when a parolee/mandatory released does not wish to appoint an attorney of their own choosing and instead wishes to waive their right to legal counsel. This document outlines the terms of waiver and the rights of the parolee/mandatory released to receive legal counsel.