Rule 12 [Untitled]

If you and the other side agree in writing, you can skip the appeals process for an alternate trial. This means both parties are saying ahead of time that whatever the alternate trial judge decides will be final. Once you sign this agreement, you can't come back later and challenge the decision in a higher court.

This option gives people a way to get a faster, more final resolution to their case. It works well for people who want to avoid the time and cost of a possible appeal. But it's a serious choice, since you're giving up your right to ask a higher court to review the outcome if you disagree with the judge's decision. Before agreeing to this, make sure you understand that the alternate trial judge's ruling will be the last word on your case.