Step 1: Prepare to File

Submitted by [user:field_first_name]

Request an Attorney

Be On Time

  • You have 49 days to start the appeal. 
    • From the date a Final Order was issued.
    • See (Step 2) for starting the appeal.
  • You can file late if you show there was a good cause.
    • This is rarely established.
  • Past the deadline, your opportunity to appeal has closed.

Filing Fee

Transcript

  • What: A word-for-word document of what was said at the hearing.
  • Why:
    • An appellate court cannot consider any new facts or evidence.
    • It must rely solely on the facts that were presented to the deciding court.
    • Many facts come onto the record through the testimony at the hearing.
  • How to Order:
    • Form - Transcript Request Form - JDF 4
    • File - In the District Court. 
    • Next Step - A Court Reporter or transcriptionist will be in contact with you to arrange payment.
  • Cost:
    • A transcript costs $3 a page.
    • This works out to be about $150 for every hour you were in court.
    • The Court Reporter or transcriptionist will be able to give you a more precise quote for your case.
  • Deposit:
    • Some counties require you to post a deposit on the transcript when you submit your Transcript Request Form.
    • If not, the transcriptionist will require a deposit to begin work on the transcript.
  • Cost Waiver: 

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