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California notice of appeal deadline

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In California, you generally must file a notice of appeal within 60 days after service of a notice of entry of judgment (Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.104).

Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.104
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Estimates based on standard California rules and court-holiday closures. For use by licensed attorneys only. This calculator is for informational purposes, is not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Verify every deadline and citation against the applicable rules and court orders before relying on it. See our Terms.

How the deadline works

Under Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.104, the notice of appeal is due within 60 days after service of a notice of entry of judgment. At the outside, 180 days after entry if no notice of entry is served; mail and e-service extensions do NOT apply. A deadline landing on a weekend or court holiday moves to the next business day.

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Questions

How long do I have to file a notice of appeal in California?
Generally 60 days after service of a notice of entry of judgment, under Cal. Rules of Court, rule 8.104. This deadline is treated as jurisdictional; calendar it conservatively.