California Code of Civil Procedure 907 – When it appears to the reviewing court that the appeal was frivolous …
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When it appears to the reviewing court that the appeal was frivolous or taken solely for delay, it may add to the costs on appeal such damages as may be just.
(Added by Stats. 1968, Ch. 385.)
Terms Used In California Code of Civil Procedure 907
- Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.