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​Frequently Asked Questions

The information in these FAQs is not intended to constitute legal advice, does not have the force of law, and is not officially sanctioned by the Court of Appeals or the Michigan Supreme Court. The Michigan Court Rules, and the decisional law construing those rules, remain the authoritative law that governs the procedural requirements of the appellate process. Practitioners and parties should consult the Court of Appeals' Internal Operating Procedures (IOPs) for additional guidance in handling appellate practice before this Court. The IOPs are available on this web site or from any of the Court's District Offices. For convenience, references to applicable court rules and IOPs are included with the answers below.
expand Question : 01. What is the Court of Appeals? ‎(1)
expand Question : 02. Can staff in the Court of Appeals Clerk's Office give legal advice? ‎(1)
expand Question : 03. Where can I file my appeal? ‎(1)
expand Question : 04. Where can I get a copy of the Michigan Court Rules? ‎(1)
expand Question : 05. Do I need an attorney to file an appeal? ‎(1)
expand Question : 06. If I don't have an attorney, where can I find one? ‎(1)
expand Question : 07. Do I need to obtain a bond before filing an appeal? ‎(1)
expand Question : 08. How long will it take to get a decision on my appeal? ‎(1)
expand Question : 09. What are the court fees related to an appeal? ‎(1)
expand Question : 10. Can the court fees be waived? If so, how? ‎(1)
expand Question : 11. How many copies of a brief must be filed? ‎(1)
expand Question : 12. What factors are considered in determining whether a decision of the Court is published? ‎(1)
expand Question : 13. How do I request or waive oral argument? ‎(1)
expand Question : 14. What is the Court of Appeals holiday schedule for this year? ‎(1)
expand Question : 15. How does the Court of Appeals calculate the time limits for filings? ‎(1)
expand Question : 16. How can I request an extension from a filing deadline? ‎(1)
expand Question : 17. Can I withdraw the appeal that I filed? ‎(1)