What documents are required to start an appeal?
The appeal process is complex. In most cases the Notice of Appeal will start the appeal process. The Notice of Appeal must contain a Notice of Intent to Exercise Language Right. The appellant is required to file three copies of the Notice of Appeal with the Court. The appellant must also serve the respondent or the other party with a copy of the Notice of Appeal within the appeal period. It is very helpful for the registry staff to be provided with a copy of the order or judgment appealed from. If your case involves a criminal matter, four copies of the Notice of Appeal are required. The court office will serve the Crown. Appeals are reviews of lower court decisions, so the appellant must file, along with the Notice of Appeal, proof that the transcript of evidence has been ordered. There is a cost for ordering copies of the court transcripts. Transcripts are prepared by Transcription Services, 2nd floor – 408 York Avenue, Winnipeg or the rural centre where your trial took place. Once t
