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Local Rules

Table of Rules

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Rule 1: Briefs

   A. Cover.
   B. Motions for Leave to File Briefs.
   C. Letter Briefs.
   D. Filing Dates.
   E. Recording or Exhibit.

Rule 1.1: Appendix in Lieu of Clerk’s Record in a Civil Case

   A. Joint Appendix.
   B. Separate Filing.
   C. Cover Page.
   D. Index; Appendix Format.
   E. Redaction.
   F. References in Briefs or Other Appellate Filings.

Rule 2: Original Proceedings

Rule 3: Motions

  1. Number of Copies.
  2. Signatures and Certificates.
  3. Motions for Extension of Time in Criminal Cases.
  4. Motions for Rehearing and En Banc Reconsideration.

Rule 4: Certificate of Service

Rule 5: Oral Argument

    A. Request.

    B. Time Allowed.

    C. Continuance.

    D. Waiver.

Rule 6: Withdrawal of Record on Appeal

  1. Civil Cases.
  2. Criminal Cases.

Rule 7: Protection of Parties' Identities in Filed Documents