Court Welcomes Comments on Proposed Rules Changes

The Supreme Court of Virginia welcomes comments on two proposed new rules and added language to two other rules it is considering. Comments must be received by the clerk by Oct. 25, 2018.

The new rules being proposed are 1:1B and 1:1C, regarding transfer of jurisdiction during the appeal of a final judgment. The added language would affect Rules 5:9 and 5A:6, regarding notices of appeal.

Mailed comments should be sent to:
Patricia L. Harrington, Clerk
Supreme Court of Virginia
100 N. Ninth St., Fifth Floor
Richmond, VA  23219.

Comments also may be emailed. The subject line should read "comment on Rules 1:1B, 1:1C, 5:9 and 5A:6". Send emailed comments to scvclerk@vacourts.gov.