Rule 9 Civil Appeals Docketing Statement

In child protective appeals, you don't need to file a Civil Appeals Docketing Statement. This form is normally required in regular civil appeals, but these expedited rules skip that step to keep the case moving faster.

Since child protective cases involve the safety and custody of children, courts want to resolve them as quickly as possible. Cutting out this extra paperwork step is one way the court speeds up the process, so families and children aren't left waiting longer than necessary for a decision.