An appellate clerk may receive, but not file, an amicus curiae brief. But the court for good cause may refuse to consider the brief and order that it be returned. An amicus curiae brief must:
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(a) comply with the briefing rules for parties;
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(b) identify the person or entity on whose behalf the brief is tendered;
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(c) disclose the source of any fee paid or to be paid for preparing the brief; and
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(d) certify that copies have been served on all parties.
Official Notes and Commentary
Comment to 1997 change: This is former Rule 20. The rule is rewritten and now requires disclosure of the identity of the person or entity on whose behalf the brief is filed, and the source of any fee paid.
Comment to 2002 change: The change expressly recognizes that a court may refuse to consider an amicus curiae brief for good cause.