The Maryland Petition for Determination of Eligibility for Counsel is a form created by the Maryland Judiciary, which is used to determine an individual's eligibility to receive legal counsel. The petition can be filed by an individual or a legal representative on behalf of an individual. The petition is used to determine eligibility for public defense services and other legal assistance. The Maryland Petition for Determination of Eligibility for Counsel consists of two types of petitions: a Financial Eligibility Petition and a Non-Financial Eligibility Petition. The Financial Eligibility Petition is used to determine if an individual is eligible for public defense services based on their financial status. This petition requires the individual or their representative to provide detailed information about their income, assets, and other financial information. The Non-Financial Eligibility Petition is used to determine if an individual is eligible for public defense services based on their legal status. This petition requires the individual or their representative to provide detailed information about their legal status, such as being a juvenile, a victim of a crime, a witness in a criminal proceeding, or any other legal status that could qualify an individual for public defense services. Once the petition is filed, it is reviewed by the Maryland Judiciary. If the individual is determined to be eligible for public defense services or other legal assistance, they may be provided with an attorney or other legal assistance.