Rule 6.205 Disposition

Here's a plain English summary of this rule.

**What happens after you file an appeal**

Once the appellate court has looked over the petition for appeal, any response from the other side, any reply, and the case record, the court has several options. It can ask for more written arguments if it needs more information. It can uphold the lower court's decision, overturn it, or send the case back to the district court for further action.

**Asking for another look**

If the court of appeals makes a decision (upholding, overturning, or sending the case back), you still have one more option. You can ask a higher court to review that decision. But you need to move fast. This request follows a shortened timeline, so you don't have as much time as you would in a regular appeal. If you want to pursue this option, check the deadline right away so you don't miss your chance.