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Guide for Self-Represented Appellants and Appellees

An appeal is when a party asks a higher court to review the decision of a lower court. The "Appellate Civil Petition for Review- Pro Se Guide" is a guide created by the Arizona Supreme Court to assist parties who represent themselves in appeals.

The following guide is available on the Arizona Supreme Court website. To view the Appeals Guide, visits the Arizona Supreme Court website:

Guide for Self-Represented ("Pro Se" or "Pro Per") Appellants and Appellees: Basic information about civil appeals in the Arizona Court of Appeals and the Arizona Supreme Court. This guide is available in both English and Spanish.


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  • I have 2 felony charges from 3 years ago in Phx, Az. I now reside and work in CA. I was advised by the judge that based on my income a court appointed attorney is not an option. Because the matter is an Az matter but i reside in Ca do i seek representation from ca or az?
  • My brother was convicted in Maricopa County of a Felony charge. He has filed a Notice of Post Conviction Relief. He had public defense at the time. Is there anyone that can help us find out what the status is on his NPC filing?
  • if i have not been served as a witness but told on a phone call do i legally have to appear?
  • How long will a DUI misdemeanor remain in my court files in Arizona?
  • Does Arizona law allow any state authority to "commandeer" property of individuals or businesses in any "on the spot" manner, or do authorities have to obtain some type of court order?
  • I was arrested in Pima County for a domestic argument. No charges were filed. I also had a DUI arrest and served a week's jail time. Can these records be expunged, and can fingerprint records be removed?
  • Number of days to file a Notice of Appeal to Justice Court judgement? Give ARS reference
  • What is the Arizona eggshell sull rule?
  • If I am Never officialy served paperwork for a lawsuit against me, can the court still hold a hearing?
  • is a judge bound by law to give at least the minimum sentence in a dangerous crime such as aggravated assult

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