Norfolk Circuit Court, Virginia Page & Word Limits

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Maximum page counts and word limits for motions, briefs, and other filings by judge.

Limit: 20 pages
Applies to: Brief
Spacing: Double

Briefs may not exceed twenty pages unless the court grants leave for a longer brief.

Briefs will not be longer than twenty pages (8 ½" x 11") double spaced unless leave of court is obtained for a longer brief.

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Common questions about Norfolk Circuit Court, Virginia page & word limits

What page or word limits apply to brief in Norfolk Circuit Court, Virginia?

Norfolk Circuit Court, Virginia's rule states these limits: 20 pages. Briefs may not exceed twenty pages unless the court grants leave for a longer brief.

View rule Official source Source: page 8, section C. Motions and Briefs — 4. Briefs

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