Rule 19 . Reconsideration
(a) The Court may, in its discretion and on its own motion, enter an order to reconsider its decision in any case not later than 30 days after service of such decision on the accused's appellate defense counsel or on the accused, if the accused is not represented by appellate counsel, provided a petition for grant of review or certificate for review has not been filed with the United States Court of Military Appeals, or a record of trial for review under Article 67(b) has not been received by that Court. Copies of such order will be served on appellate defense counsel and appellate government counsel. No briefs or arguments shall be received unless the order so directs.
(b) Provided a petition for grant of review or certificate for review has not been filed with the United States Court of Military Appeals, or a record of trial for review under Article 67(b) has not been received by the United States Court of Military Appeals, the Court may, in its discretion, reconsider its decision in any case upon motion filed either:
(1) By appellate defense counsel within 20 days after receipt by counsel, or by the accused if the accused is not represented by counsel, of a decision or order, or
(2) By appellate government counsel within 20 days after the decision or order is received by counsel.
(c) A motion for reconsideration shall briefly and directly state the grounds for reconsideration, including a statement of facts showing jurisdiction in the Court. A reply to the motion for reconsideration will be received by the Court only if filed within 5 days of receipt of a copy of the motion. Oral arguments shall not be heard on a motion for reconsideration unless ordered by the Court. The original of the motion filed with the Court shall indicate the date of receipt of a copy of the same by opposing counsel.
(d) The time limitations prescribed by this rule shall not be extended under the authority of Rule 24 or Rule 25 beyond the expiration of the time for filing a petition for review by the United States Court of Military Appeals, except that the time for filing briefs by either party may be extended for good cause.
(As amended May 29, 1986.)
Change of Name
United States Court of Military Appeals changed to United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces by section 924(a)(1) of