BRIEFING/HEARING PROCESS FAQ 9th Circuit

17. How long does it take from the time of the notice of appeal until oral argument?

For a civil appeal, approximately 12-20 months from the notice of appeal date. If briefing isn't delayed, approximately 9-12 months from completion of briefing.

For a criminal appeal, approximately 4-5 months after briefing is complete.

18. How long does it take from the time of argument to the time of decision?

The Court has no time limit, but most cases are decided within 3 months to a year.

19. How long does it take to decide a petition for panel rehearing or petition for rehearing en banc?

The Court has no time limit. A decision on a petition for rehearing en banc may take a few months.

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As general information goes....

9 to 12 months studying the briefings to get to oral argument, 3 months to a year to get to a decision.

Worst case 12 months plus 1 year...2 years

Best case 9 months plus 3 months...1 year

Anywhere in between...or below Worst / Best cases...

"The Court has no time limit."

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Note: Organization of the Ninth Circuit : as of 1977...Alaska, Arizona, California, Territory of Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Territory of the Northern Mariana Islands, Oregon, Washington. (91 Stat. 1265)