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Deadline in the District of Columbia

In the District of Columbia, a civil appeal must be filed within 30 days under D.C. Ct. App. Rule 4(a)(1). This 30-day period runs from the date the trial court enters the final judgment or order being appealed. The rule governs appeals as of right, meaning the deadline is fixed and not subject to extension by agreement of the parties. The official source, available at the provided link, sets out the precise language and any exceptions that may apply. The worked example below demonstrates how the 30-day calculation operates in practice. To determine how this rule applies to a specific judgment date, the DocketMath calculator can estimate the exact filing deadline.

Governing authority

In the District of Columbia, the deadline rule is set by D.C. Ct. App. Rule 4(a)(1). The verified packet cites D.C. Ct. App. Rule 4(a)(1) (https://www.dccourts.gov/sites/default/files/2024-06/4.%20Appeal%20as%20of%20Right%20%E2%80%94%20When%20taken.pdf).

the District of Columbia deadline: the verified value is 30 days under D.C. Ct. App. Rule 4(a)(1). The verified packet cites D.C. Ct. App. Rule 4(a)(1) (https://www.dccourts.gov/sites/default/files/2024-06/4.%20Appeal%20as%20of%20Right%20%E2%80%94%20When%20taken.pdf).

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This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.