GR 9 Cover Sheet

Suggested Change to RAP 11.3(b)

(A)             Name of Proponent:  Washington Court of Appeals Rules Committee.

(B)              Spokesperson:  Honorable Kevin M. Korsmo, Chair, Washington Court of Appeals Rules Committee.

(C)             Purpose:  The suggested change requires a party to file a motion requesting a change in the date set for oral argument within 10 days, instead of 15 days. This will allow the court to make calendar changes more quickly, resulting in more efficient use of court resources. It is likely that counsel already check their calendars immediately to determine if they have a conflict with the date set by the court; the suggested change only requires that they notify the court more promptly when there is such a conflict.