Rule 6.1601 Appellate Procedure Charts

This rule points to four charts that lay out the technical rules for writing an appellate brief in Iowa. Instead of digging through pages of text, you can check these charts for quick answers on formatting and content.

Chart A covers the basic formatting rules every brief must follow, things like font size, margins, and page limits. Chart B covers those same formatting rules but applies when your case is on a faster timeline, since expedited cases sometimes have different deadlines and requirements. Chart C breaks down what sections your brief actually needs to include, like the statement of facts, the argument section, and other required parts. Chart D gives examples of how to properly cite cases, statutes, and other legal sources so your citations follow the correct format.

If you're preparing a brief for an Iowa appeal, these charts are meant to be a fast reference tool. You can look up the specific chart that answers your question instead of searching through the full rule book.