Part 65 · Transfer of Matters

Rule 65-2. Party Motion to Transfer Appeal, Writ of Error or Reservation

Amended January 1, 2026 (current)

After the filing of an appeal, writ of error or reservation in the Appellate Court, but in no event after it has been assigned for hearing, any party may move for transfer to the Supreme Court. The motion, addressed to the Supreme Court, shall specify, in accordance with provisions of Section 66-2, the reasons why the party believes that the Supreme Court should hear the matter directly. A copy of the memorandum of decision of the trial court, if any, shall be attached to the motion. The filing of a motion for transfer shall not stay proceedings in the Appellate Court.

Committee Notes

(Amended July 19, 2022, to take effect Jan. 1, 2023.) (P.B. 1978-1997, Secs. 4024; 4135.) (Amended Sept. 16, 2015, to take effect Jan. 1, 2016; amended July 19, 2022, to take effect Jan. 1, 2023.)