Supreme Court: Petition for Certiorari Checklist

Verify Timeliness

Petition must be filed within 90 days of lower court judgment.

Draft Questions Presented

Must be concise and related to the case circumstances.

Prepare the Petition

Max 9,000 words. Include all required sections per Supreme Court Rules 12-14.

Prepare Appendix

Include opinions and orders from all lower courts.

Pay Filing Fee

Filing fee is $300. IFP available for indigent petitioners.

File 40 Copies (Booklet Format)

Paid petitions: booklet format (6⅛ x 9¼ inches) with white cover.

Serve Opposing Counsel

Serve all parties and file proof of service.