6 Cir. R. 26: Extending Time; Failure to File or Untimely Filing
Rules and Internal Operating Procedures of the Sixth Circuit — Title VII. General Provisions
(a) Extending Time.
(1) How Sought. A party seeking an extension of time must do so by written motion.
The fact that the opposing party does not oppose the extension or previously received an extension is not dispositive of the motion. The court disfavors applications for extensions of time for the filing of briefs.
(2) Extension of Time to File Brief in Criminal Appeal. A motion to extend a briefing deadline in a criminal appeal must state whether the defendant is in custody or on bail.
(3) Late Documents. If a party files a document after the filing deadline, the party must also file a motion to extend the time for filing explaining the circumstances.
If a party files without the required motion, the court will notify the party of the need to file the motion and await receipt of the motion before acting on the late-filed document.
(b) Failure to File or Untimely Filing. If the appellant does not timely process the appeal— including not timely filing a brief or required appendix or not meeting other deadlines— the court may dismiss the appeal for want of prosecution, impose sanctions, or both.