Rule 6.1 Consolidation

When two or more appeals are closely related, the Idaho Supreme Court can combine them into one case. This is called consolidation. The court can do this on its own, or a party involved in the appeals can ask for it.

Combining cases can save time and effort. It means the court can handle things like the record, transcripts, written briefs, oral arguments, and the final decision all together instead of separately for each appeal. This is often done when the appeals involve the same people, the same events, or similar legal questions.

If someone wants their appeal combined with another one, they need to file a written request asking for consolidation. This request follows the same process as any other motion filed under the court's rules, meaning it must be properly filed and served on the other parties involved in the case.