Motions

Generally

The judges determine the following motions:

• A motion in the brief,
• A motion to modify ruling by a commissioner or clerk,
• A motion for reconsideration of a decision,
• A motion to recall the mandate,
• A motion to extend time under rule 18.8(b),
• A motion to publish.

All other motions (motion to withdraw) may be determined initially by a commissioner or the clerk of the appellate court.

Content

A motion must include:

• A statement of the name and designation of the person filing the motion,
• A statement of the relief sought,
• Reference to or copies of parts of the record relative to the motion,
• A statement of the grounds for the relief sought, with argument.

Format Specifications: RAP 17.3 (b)

Corresponding RAP Rules: 17.1, 17.2, 17.3, 17.4, 17.5, 17.6, 17.7, 17.8

Form: Yes