The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit announced on Apr. 6 that it is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to its rules. The comment period will run from Monday, April 6, to Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
This opportunity allows members of the public and legal community to review and provide feedback on changes that could affect court procedures in the Eleventh Circuit. The notice states that copies of the proposed amendments are available starting April 6 through the court’s website or by contacting the Office of the Clerk at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in Atlanta.
Comments may be submitted in writing to the Clerk’s office or electronically via a link provided on the court’s website before May 6, according to details included in the official announcement.
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia supports public access to court records and proceedings, contributing to transparency in federal judicial processes according to its official website. This district is part of the broader federal judicial system in which both district courts and appellate courts play roles according to its official website.
The Southern District handles civil and criminal cases within its jurisdiction according to its official website, with divisions located in Augusta, Brunswick, Dublin, Savannah, Statesboro and Waycross according to its official website. Services such as electronic filing through CM/ECF and resources for self-represented litigants are also provided by this district court according to its official website.
Members of the public interested in participating can obtain further information about submitting comments or accessing documents from either online sources or directly from courthouse staff.
