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Notice Regarding Implementation of December 1, 2016, Amendments to the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure

November 28, 2016

The December 1, 2016, Amendments to the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure reduce the word limits applicable to briefs; impose new word limits and a certificate of compliance requirement for motions, petitions, responses and replies; and eliminate the 3 additional days for service of documents filed electronically, among other changes. Information regarding implementation of the amendments is available at this link: