Important
The Model pleadings are made available for those who are involved in the appellate process for the first time. They do not relieve those who use them from reading the relevant statutes and regulations. Even though a physical person is not required to be represented by an attorney before the courts, it is strongly recommended that an attorney be consulted.
| Application for leave to appeal from a conviction on a ground that involves question of fact (s. 675 (1) a) (ii) Cr.c.) | May 27, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Application for leave to appeal from a judgment of the Superior Court sitting in appeal (s. 839 Cr.c.) | May 26, 2025 | PDF Word |
| Application for leave to appeal from a sentence (s. 675 (1) b) Cr.c.) [Motion presentable before a judge] | May 27, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Application for leave to appeal from a sentence (s. 675 (1) b) Cr.c.) [Motion presentable before the court (s. 63 (2) R.C.a.Q.c.m.] | May 27, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Book of Authorities [Refer to the Word file for a blank template] [The PDF file is an example of a Book of Authorities] | November 28, 2025 | PDF to come Word |
| Application to extend the time for appeal (s. 678 (2) Cr.C.) | May 27, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Application for release from Prison (s. 679 (1) Cr.C.) | Mar. 22, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Motion for suspension of the sentence (s. 683 (5) Cr.C.) | Mar. 27, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Motion for authorization to adduce fresh evidence (s. 683 (1) Cr.C.) | Mar. 22, 2024 | PDF Word |
| Appellant's Brief | To come | To come |
| Respondent's Brief | To come | To come |
| Appellant's Memorandum | To come | To come |
| Respondent's Memorandum | To come | To come |
Checklists for filing in Criminal Matters
These checklists constitute some assistance that is provided to ensure that your appeal briefs, memorandum, application and book of authorities satisfy the required form of presentation.
| Preparing and filing originating appellate pleadings (notice of appeal, application for leave to appeal and/or application to extend the time limit to appeal) (filings made at the Office of the Court) |
| Preparing and filing originating appellate pleadings (notice of appeal, application for leave to appeal and/or application to extend the time limit to appeal) (filings made by Digital Office) |
| Preparing and filing applications |
| Preparing and filing books of authorities |
| Preparing and filing briefs and memoranda (new rules - since March 11, 2024) |
| Preparing and filing briefs (former rules - before March 11, 2024) |
| Preparing and filing documents - fast-track appeals (former rules - before March 11, 2024) |
Checklists for filing in Penal Matters
These checklists constitute some assistance that is provided to ensure that your appeal briefs, memorandum, application and book of authorities satisfy the required form of presentation.
| Preparing and filing originating appellate pleadings (notice of appeal, application for leave to appeal and/or application to extend the time limit to appeal) (filings made at the Office of the Court) |
| Preparing and filing originating appellate pleadings (notice of appeal, application for leave to appeal and/or application to extend the time limit to appeal) (filings made by Digital Office) |
| Preparing and filing applications |
| Preparing and filing books of authorities |
| Preparing and filing briefs and memoranda (new regulation - since February 20, 2025) |
| Preparing and filing briefs (former regulation - before February 20, 2025) |
| Checklist for preparing and filing documents - fast-track appeals (former regulation - before February 20, 2025) |