The Wisconsin Petition for Appointment of an Attorney, Affidavit of Indigence is a form used when an individual is in need of legal representation and cannot afford to pay for it. This form is used to qualify for indigent status, which allows a court to appoint an attorney to the individual at no cost. There are two types of Wisconsin Petition for Appointment of an Attorney, Affidavit of Indigence: one for criminal cases and one for civil cases. The criminal form is used when an individual is charged with a criminal offense and is seeking a court-appointed attorney. The civil form is used when an individual is involved in a civil case and requires legal representation. Both forms require the individual to provide information about their income, assets, and expenses, and must be signed by the petitioner and notarized. The form is then submitted to the court for review and a decision is made regarding appointment of an attorney.