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Q What is a special action? Q Does a Special Action Petition or Response require an Appendix and how should I file it? Q What do I need to know about filing and serving a Special Action Petition? Q Can a victim file a special action? Q If a party in my case files a Special Action Petition, can I cross-petition? Q What if I disagree with the Court of Appeals’ decision not to accept jurisdiction of my special action? Q Can a party join a special action an as amicus curiae party? Q Why did the Court of Appeals decline jurisdiction of my special action? Q Must I request a stay of the superior court proceedings in the superior court? Q Why was my special action dismissed? Q What does my Petition for Special Action need to include? Q Who are the parties in a special action? Q How do I start an appeal? Q How do I pay my filing fee? Q How do I file a document under seal? Q How do I get an extension of time to file a brief, a Motion for Reconsideration, a Petition for Review, or ask to reschedule an oral argument? Q How should I file a Certificate of Service or Certificate of Compliance through AZTurboCourt? Q Where do I park when I come to the court? Q Will there be an oral argument in my appeal? Q Can I get a discounted or free transcript for a civil appeal? Q What should my brief contain and look like? Q How should I title a transcript when submitting it to the Court? Q Can I get a stay of the proceedings in the superior court? Q Why are there two divisions of the Court of Appeals? Q I mailed my Petition for Review, but my case was dismissed as untimely, is there a reason why? Q I just received a letter stating that the Appellant must pay fees and file a brief. I’m the Appellee, so when do I file and pay? Q Is there ADA access to the State Courts Building? Q How can I view the documents filed in my juvenile case? Q Will filing an appeal stop the juvenile court’s order? Q What is a final order in a juvenile matter? Q Do you have any resources I could use to write my supplemental opening brief for an Anders appeal? Q What is an Anders Brief? Q What is the briefing schedule for a benefits appeal? Q Is the Court of Appeals required to hear my appeal from the ADES Appeals Board? Q How do I start an appeal of my benefits case? Q What is the deadline for filing an appeal of my benefits case? Q What is the record on appeal from a worker’s compensation case and how do I access it? Q How do I start an appeal of my workers’ compensation case? Q What is the deadline for filing an appeal of my workers’ compensation case? Q What is a Supersedeas Bond? Q Can I schedule or request a hearing? Q Do I have to file a proposed order when I file a motion with the Court? Q Can I make an audio or video recording of an oral argument? Q Can I get a copy of an oral argument recording? Q How can I best use my time at oral argument? Q Are students welcome to visit an oral argument? Q If my case is scheduled for "conference," can I attend? Q What resources are available to me if I am acting as my own lawyer? Q How do I find an attorney? Q Where can I get a transcript? Q When should I file an Appendix with my brief, and what purpose does it serve? Q How does the Court of Appeals review documents and briefs? Q What should I do if the document I am trying to submit is larger than the 20MB limitation? Q Which documents can I view electronically through AZTurboCourt? Q Is my Appendix a lead document or a supporting document? Q How can I receive court notices and orders via email? Q How can I get copies of documents filed with the Court? Q What if some records in my case are filed under seal? Q Can I submit new evidence? Q Are there any fees for juvenile cases? Q For a juvenile matter, am I entitled to court-appointed appellate counsel? Q Why did I receive a letter informing me that my Petition for Review is non-compliant? Q My case was converted to a PRPC, what does that mean? Q I would like to help an inmate who is a party an appeal; what can I do? Q What do I do if my attorney refuses to help me during my appeal? Q I filed my Notice of Appeal for a criminal case in superior court months ago, but it appears that the Court of Appeals has not yet received the case, why? Q How long will it take the Court to decide my benefits appeal? Q What is the record on appeal from a benefits case and how do I access it? Q How long will it take the Court to decide my worker’s compensation appeal? Q What is the briefing schedule for a worker’s compensation appeal? Q Do the regular rules of appellate procedure (ARCAP) apply to my workers’ compensation appeal? Q Why is my appeal from a workers’ compensation decision called a “Special Action”? Is it different than a regular appeal? Q What should I wear when attending an oral argument? Q Can anyone at the Court of Appeals provide legal advice? Q What is advisory counsel? Q Can I represent myself in an appeal? Q Do I need to file transcripts in my criminal appeal? Q Can I combine my brief with the brief of another party on my side of an appeal? Q What else should I keep in mind as I prepare my brief? Q How many copies of a brief should I file? Q How can I get an award of attorneys’ fees for the appeal? Q What is an appeal? Q Why is my fee due when I have a deferral? Q Is the fee still due if the case is stayed? Q Can the filing fee from a dismissed appeal be applied to a different appeal? Q Is the filing fee refundable? Q What if I cannot afford to pay the filing fee? Q How can I be considered exempt from fees for a particular case? Q What filing fees are charged? Q Can I pay my filing fee without submitting a document? Q How do I avoid paying a filing fee twice in AZTurboCourt? Q Can I pay a filing fee through AZTurboCourt without submitting a document? Q If I do not see a document type that fits the document I wish to submit, what should I do? Q How should I title my document in AZTurboCourt? Q If I file electronically through AZTurboCourt, can I file after 5:00 p.m. on the date my filing is due? Q Can I electronically serve other parties in my case when submitting my filings through AZTurboCourt? Q If I file electronically through AZTurboCourt, do I need to provide a paper copy to the court as well? Q What phone number can I call to reach the Court of Appeals? Q Where is the Court of Appeals and what are the business hours? Q I just received a Petition for Review due date. Where do I file this document? Q What do I do if I am unhappy with the Court of Appeal’s decision? Q How do I change my address with the Court? Q Can someone at the Court of Appeals answer questions about bonds, child support, warrants, traffic tickets, jury duty, or missed court dates? Q I asked for a conformed copy but did not receive one back, is there a reason why? Q How can I fix documents containing accidental errors? Q When and how should I notify the Court that something filed in my appeal requires immediate attention? Q What is a “business day” for calculating my deadline? Q Do documents need to be signed? Q How do I file in a foreign language? Q What do I do if I have a consolidated case? Q Can I file a document by email or fax? Q How can I file a document with the Court of Appeals? Q How long does it take for the Court of Appeals to issue a decision? Q Can I talk to a judge? Q Which judges will hear my case? Q How can I find out about the status of my appeal? Q How do I find my case number? Q Why was my case transferred to Division 2 of the Court of Appeals? Q Am I going to have a new trial? Q Where can I find out more about Arizona appeals?