Practice question
Distinguish Rule 42’s extension mechanism from an automatic extension obtained simply by intending to appeal. Include the conditions for the first and any further extension.
Legal references
- https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_1-71_civil.html — Rule 42 sections 1–3, 6 and 8, ordinary RTC appellate decisions, petition requirements, extension, perfection and stay; special statutory finality or appeal routes remain controlling.
- https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2005/sep2005/gr_141524_2005.html — Neypes v. Court of Appeals, G.R. No. 141524, September 14, 2005, fresh fifteen-day appeal period after a proper timely motion and application to Rule 42.
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