Abandonment Of Appeal (Misdemeanor) {CR-137}

CR-137, Abandonment of Appeal (Misdemeanor), this form is used to tell the court of appeal that a defendant no longer wants to continue with an appeal in a misdemeanor case. Instructions • This form is only for abandoning (giving up) an appeal in a misdemeanor case. • Before you fill out this form, read Information on Appeal Procedures for Misdemeanors (form CR-131-INFO) to know your rights and responsibilities. • Fill out this form and make a copy of the completed form for your records. • Take or mail the completed form to the appellate division clerk’s office. It is a good idea to take or mail an extra copy to the clerk and ask the clerk to stamp it to show that the original has been filed. Judicial Council of California, Rev. January 1, 2017, Optional Form, Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.855 www.FormsWorkflow.com