Part 4 · Proceedings in the Supreme Court
Rule 71.4. Additional Briefs
Amended January 1, 2026 (current)
Upon motion by a party the Court may permit the filing of additional briefs other than those provided for in Rule 38.
Committee Notes
Comment to 1997 change: This is former Rule 210. The rule is extended to all direct appeals. A page limit is added for death penalty cases. Other nonsubstantive changes are made. Comment to 2002 change: A requirement that briefs include a statement regarding oral argument is added. Rule 72. Extraordinary Matters 72.1 . Leave to File A motion for leave to file must accompany an original petition for writ of habeas corpus, mandamus, procedendo, prohibition, certiorari, or other extraordinary writ, or any other motion not otherwise provided for in these rules.