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California Rules of Court

Rule 8.717. Extensions of time

Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.717

Current text effective July 1, 2017.

The Court of Appeal may grant an extension of the time in appeals governed by this chapter only if good cause is shown and the extension will promote the interests of justice.

#History

Rule 8.717 adopted effective July 1, 2017.

What this rule requires

Adjournment & Extension Requirements

  • The Court of Appeal may grant an extension of the time in appeals governed by this chapter only if good cause is shown and the extension will promote the interests of justice.

Official text: courts.ca.gov , checked October 19, 2026.