Mo. Sup. Ct. Op. R 4.06

As amended through November 19, 2024
Rule 4.06 - File Folders
1) The court docket sheet, if applicable, and all documents received shall be securely fastened to a file folder; each document shall be placed on top of the last document received. See COR 4.03.
2) No file folder is required for cases where a backer sheet is used. Documents shall be attached to the back of the sheet, one behind the other, as they are received.
3) The folder shall either be colored or a colored label shall be affixed to the folder, with the color identifying the case category. The following color scheme shall be followed:

Criminal - Red

Civil - Blue

Juvenile - White

Municipal - Yellow

Additional colors may be used to further distinguish among case types.

Mo. Sup. Ct. Op. R 4.06

Approved for publication Aug. 21, 1995. Amended December 23, 2003, effective 1/1/2004.