Circuit Rule 28-6: Citation of Supplemental Authorities
Circuit Rules and General Orders of the Ninth Circuit — Title VII. General Provisions
The body of a letter filed pursuant to FRAP 28(j) shall not exceed 350 words. If the letter is not required to be filed electronically, litigants shall submit an original of a FRAP 28(j) letter. (New 12/1/02; Rev. 12/1/09)
Notes
Circuit Advisory Committee Note to Rule 28-6
In the interests of promoting full consideration by the Court and fairness to all sides, the parties should file all FRAP 28(j) letters as soon as possible. When practical, the parties are particularly urged to file FRAP 28(j) letters at least 7 days in advance of any scheduled oral argument or within 7 days after notification that the case will be submitted on the briefs. (New 7/1/07; Rev. 12/1/09)