Court of Appeals of Virginia Forms

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The following forms can be printed for submission to the court.

Forms Used by the Court of Appeals of Virginia
Affidavit to Withdraw a Criminal Appeal
Application to Appear Pro Hac Vice Rule 1A:4. Out of State Lawyers: When Allowed to Participate in a Case Pro Hac Vice.
Notice of Appeal from Trial Court
Petition for a Writ of Actual Innocence Packet with Instructions
Forms in Rules of Court