VA · rules
Va. Sup. Ct. R. 5A:4A
Citation of Supplemental Authorities
If pertinent and significant authorities come to a party's attention after the party's
petition for appeal, brief in opposition, or brief has been filed, or after oral argument but
before decision, a party may promptly advise the clerk by letter, with a copy to all other
parties, setting forth the citations. The letter must state the reasons for the supplemental
citations, referring either to the page of the brief or to a point argued orally. The body of
the letter must not exceed 350 words. Any response must be made within 14 days and
must not exceed 350 words. The Court, in its discretion, may refuse to consider the
supplemental authorities if they unfairly expand the scope of the arguments on brief, raise
matters that should have been previously briefed, appear to be untimely, or are otherwise
inappropriate to consider.
History
Promulgated by Order dated April 10, 2015; effective July 1, 2015. Last amended by Order dated November 23, 2020; effective March 1, 2021.
Provenance
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- www.vacourts.gov
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- 2026-09-15
- Edition
- 2026-09-15
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