Part 2 · Appeals from Trial Court Judgments and Orders

Rule 15.2. Appearance Without Service; Actual Knowledge

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

A party who appears in person or by attorney in an appellate court proceeding — or who has actual knowledge of the court’s opinion, judgment, or order related to a writ or process — is bound by the opinion, judgment, or order to the same extent as if personally served under 15.1.

Committee Notes

Comment to 1997 change: This is former Rule 17. Nonsubstantive changes are made. Rule 16. Disqualification or Recusal of Appellate Judges