Application for Extension of Time to File Brief – Civil

This form is an application for an extension of time to file a brief in a civil case. The applicant must have received a rule 8.220 notice and have no previous extensions to file the brief. The applicant must also state the reasons why they need an extension. The form asks for the following information:
* The type of brief being requested (e.g., appellant's opening brief, respondent's brief, etc.)
* The date the brief is due
* The date the brief is being requested to be extended to
* The number of extensions the applicant has received by stipulation and the total number of days those extensions totaled
* The number of extensions the applicant has received from the court and the total number of days those extensions totaled
* The date the last brief was filed by any party
* The record in the case (number of volumes, number of pages, and date filed)
* Whether the trial court has ordered the proceedings in the case stayed until the appeal is decided

The applicant must also attach a proof of service of the application to all other parties.