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Order Concerning Appellant's Proposed Statement on Appeal (Infraction)

1) The court has received and reviewed the Proposed Statement on Appeal (form CR-143) filed by the appellant on (fill in date):

2) The court makes the following order:

a. The court certifies that parts 3 through of the statement as proposed by the appellant are a complete and accurate summary of the trial court proceedings. This statement is ready to be sent to the appellate division.

b. The following corrections are needed in order for parts 3 through of the statement proposed by the appellant to be a complete and accurate summary of the trial court proceedings.

(1)

(2)

(3)

c. This modified statement must be sent to the parties.

d. More corrections than could be listed above were needed in order for parts 3 through of the statement proposed by the appellant to be a complete and accurate summary of the trial court proceedings. A corrected statement is attached to this order. This modified statement must be sent to the parties.

e. The trial court proceedings in this case were reported by a court reporter or officially recorded electronically under Government Code section 69957. Instead of correcting this statement, the court orders under rule 8.916(d)(6)(B) that a transcript be prepared as the record of these proceedings. (Check the court's local rules to make sure the court has not adopted a rule providing that this option is not available.)

This superior court has a local rule for the appellate division authorizing the use of an official electronic recording as the record of the oral proceedings. The trial court proceedings in this case were officially electronically recorded. Instead of correcting this statement, the court orders that a copy of that electronic recording be prepared as the record of these proceedings at the court's expense.

Clerk stamps date here when form is filed.

Clerk fills in the name and street address of the court:

Superior Court of California, County of

Clerk fills in the number and name of the case:

Trial Court Case Number:

Trial Court Case Name: v.

Clerk fills in the number below:

Appellate Division Case Number:

Date:

Signature of trial court judicial officer

Judicial Council of California, www.courtinfo.ca.gov

New January 1, 2009, Optional Form

Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.916(d)

Order Concerning Appellant's

Proposed Statement on Appeal

(Infraction)

CR-144, Page 1 of 1

electronic form © 2009

WWW.LawCA.com

Law Publishers

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What the Order Concerning Appellants Proposed Statement Is

An Order Concerning Appellants Proposed Statement is a court-issued direction resolving or approving an appellant's proposed summary of record or issues for an appeal. It typically clarifies which factual or legal points will appear in the official appellate statement, resolves disagreements about scope, and sets deadlines for filing or amending the statement. The order helps the appellate court and opposing parties understand the contested record elements and streamlines briefing and record preparation. Parties should follow the order precisely to avoid procedural sanctions or delays in appellate processing.

Why this Order Matters for Appellate Process and Compliance

The order establishes the official narrative the court will consider, narrows disputed issues, and sets procedural deadlines. Complying preserves appellate arguments, maintains the record's integrity, and reduces the risk of sanctions or forfeiture of points on appeal under local rules and appellate procedure.

Why this Order Matters for Appellate Process and Compliance

Who Prepares and Relies on the Appellants Proposed Statement

Typical users include counsel for the appellant, court clerks, and appellate clerks who manage the record.

  • Appellant's counsel — drafts statement, cites record, requests court approval
  • Court clerk / appellate staff — accepts, stamps, and routes the filed order
  • Opposing counsel / appellee — reviews and may object or propose edits

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

Appellant Lead Counsel

Prepares the proposed statement, confirms that citations correspond to the trial record, signs pleadings, and serves opposing counsel. Counsel must verify docket numbers, page references, and the certificate of service to avoid procedural defect claims and preserve appellate issues for review.

Court Clerk

Receives and files the proposed statement, issues the court order approving or modifying it, and updates the appellate docket. The clerk enforces local filing formats, electronic filing rules, and service requirements stated in the order.

Essential Information Required in the Proposed Statement

Case Caption: Full party names
Docket Number: Court-assigned number
Proposed Text: Concise statement
Record References: Page/line cites
Certificate of Service: Service details
Signature Block: Name, bar ID

Consequences of Errors or Noncompliance

Late Filing: Possible sanctions
Incorrect Docket: Clerk rejection
Insufficient Service: Waived issues
Mismatched Citations: Record disputes
Improper Signature: Form defect
Failure to Follow Order: Court sanctions

Common Preparation Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Relying on memory rather than verifying the record: failing to confirm page and line citations leads to inaccurate statements and objections from opposing counsel.
  • Using informal or ambiguous language: vague phrasing about events or rulings can cause a court to reject or revise the proposed statement.
  • Skipping the certificate of service or misdating it: service errors are a frequent basis for motion practice and can delay appellate consideration.
  • Submitting conflicting versions to the clerk and opposing counsel: multiple drafts without clear version control create confusion and procedural disputes.

Step-by-Step: Preparing an Appellant's Proposed Statement

Follow these sequential steps to draft, verify, and submit a clean proposed statement that complies with appellate procedures.

  • 01
    Draft Statement: Summarize issues and facts concisely
  • 02
    Verify Record: Check page/line citation accuracy
  • 03
    Prepare Certificate: Document service details precisely
  • 04
    File & Serve: Submit to clerk and serve parties

Where to File and How the Order Is Processed

Filing and routing vary by appellate court; the clerk issues the final order after reviewing submissions and any responses.

  • Submit to Clerk: Electronic or paper filing
  • Clerk Review: Check compliance with rules
  • Court Issues Order: Approves or modifies statement
  • Docketing: Order entered on docket

How to Customize and Complete the Statement Online

When using an electronic workflow, configure fields and authentication to match court rules and service requirements.

Setting Value | Notes
Field Auto-detection Enable | Detect names, dates automatically
Authentication Email or SMS | Choose per court rule
File Formats PDF | Ensure printable, non-editable
Notifications Email alerts | Send on filing/receipt

eSignature Vendor Pricing and Compliance Snapshot

Common eSignature options for filing and serving court documents. Confirm plan features and court e-filing compatibility before choosing a solution.

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Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Typical Deadlines and Timing Considerations

Deadlines depend on the appellate court and local rules; the following are common timing elements to confirm with the clerk.

Filing Window:

Often ranges from 7–30 days after request or direction; check local rules

Service Requirement:

Serve opposing parties at time of filing; include date and method

Response Window:

Opposing party typically has 14–21 days to object or propose edits

Extension Requests:

File motions for extension before deadline, stating good cause

Court Consideration:

Court may set further brief or argument deadlines after ordering the statement

Key Milestones from Draft to Court Order

Track milestones to ensure timely filing, service, and court consideration of the proposed statement.

01

Draft and Internal Review

Finalize statement and verify all record citations before filing

02

File with Clerk

Submit per court e-filing or paper rules

03

Serve Opposing Parties

Deliver copies and record service details in the certificate

04

Court Consideration

Court issues order approving, modifying, or rejecting the statement

Practical Tips for Accurate, Efficient Completion

Adopt consistent procedures to minimize errors and streamline appellate review.

Use precise record citations
Confirm each page and line citation against the official transcript or record. Inaccurate citations lead to objections or the court ignoring the reference, which can impair preservation of key appellate issues.
Keep language neutral and factual
Avoid argument or advocacy in the statement itself; present a clear factual summary and let briefing address legal arguments. Neutral wording reduces the likelihood the court will edit or strike portions.
Document service carefully
Include complete certificate of service with recipient names, addresses, delivery method, and dates. Electronic service must specify email addresses and timestamps where required by local rule.
Version control and proofreading
Label drafts, freeze the final signed version, and proofread for docket number, caption, and dates. Small clerical errors commonly cause rejections or require corrective filings.

Electronic Filing and eSignature Technical Requirements

Confirm your e-filing portal and eSignature platform support the court's required file formats and authentication methods before submission.

  • Supported Formats: PDF, PDF/A, DOCX
  • Integrations: Salesforce, Microsoft 365, NetSuite
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, two-factor

Frequently Asked Questions About the Order and Filing

Answers to common procedural and technical questions related to preparing, signing, filing, and correcting the appellant's proposed statement.


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