Tennessee CJA 20 — In-Court Worksheet (PDF) is a form required to be completed by criminal defense attorneys on behalf of eligible clients seeking to be appointed a court-appointed attorney in the state of Tennessee. It is used to assess the financial need of an individual for court-appointed counsel. The worksheet includes questions on the individual's income, assets, liabilities, and other financial information. There are two versions of the Tennessee CJA 20 — In-Court Worksheet (PDF): one for adults and one for juveniles. The adult version is used for individuals 18 years of age and older, while the juvenile version is used for individuals under the age of 18. Both versions require the completion of the form prior to a court-appointed attorney being appointed.




