The Washington Notice of Withdrawal of Court Appointed Attorney (PDF) is a legal document that allows a defendant to withdraw the services of an attorney appointed by the court in the state of Washington. It is typically used when the defendant wishes to hire their own attorney or represent themselves in their criminal case. The notice must be signed by the defendant and filed with the court. It must include the defendant's name, the name of the appointed attorney, the reason for the withdrawal, and the date of withdrawal. There are two types of Washington Notice of Withdrawal of Court Appointed Attorney (PDF): an original version and a simplified version. The original version must be signed by the defendant, the appointed attorney, and the court. The simplified version is designed for use by defendants who are representing themselves and does not require a signature from the appointed attorney or the court.