Information On Writ Proceedings In Misdemeanor Infraction And Limited Civil Cases {APP-150-INFO}

APP-150-INFO - INFORMATION ON WRIT PROCEEDINGS IN MISDEMEANOR, INFRACTION, AND LIMITED CIVIL CASES. This form explains the steps for asking a higher court for a writ (an order telling a lower court to do or not do something) in a misdemeanor, infraction, or limited civil case. It includes links to online resources to help understand each step in the writ process. This information sheet tells you about writ proceedings—proceedings in which a person is asking for a writ of mandate, prohibition, or review—in misdemeanor, infraction, and limited civil cases, and in certain small claims cases. Please read this information sheet before you fill out Petition for Writ (Misdemeanor, Infraction, or Limited Civil Case) (form APP-151). This information sheet does not cover everything you may need to know about writ proceedings. It is only meant to give you a general idea of the writ process. To learn more, you should read rules 8.930–8.936 of the California Rules of Court, which set out the procedures for writ proceedings in the appellate division. This information sheet does NOT provide information about appeals or proceedings for writs of supersedeas or habeas corpus, or for writs in certain small claims cases. Judicial Council of California Rev. January 1, 2024, Optional Form. California Rules of Court, rules 8.930–8.936 www.FormsWorkflow.com