The Colorado Application For Public Defender, Court-Appointed Counsel Or Guardian Ad Item is an application used by individuals in Colorado who are facing criminal charges and need legal assistance. The application is used to request the appointment of a public defender, court-appointed counsel, or guardian ad item (GAL). The application includes sections to provide information about the individual applying, relevant criminal charges, financial information, and the type of legal assistance being requested. There are two types of Colorado Application For Public Defender, Court-Appointed Counsel Or Guardian Ad Item: 1. The Application for Representation by Public Defender — This application is used to request the appointment of a public defender in criminal cases. 2. The Application for Representation by Court-Appointed Counsel or Guardian Ad Item — This application is used to request the appointment of a court-appointed counsel or guardian ad item in criminal cases.