In civil cases, the first stage is the filing of a petition by a plaintiff, which states the legal basis for the lawsuit. A petition sets out the petitioner's version of the facts. The defendant then receives a copy of it and a notice to appear in court. In legal terms, petitions are similar to complaints.
Rules for Petitions The petition must be in writing and be accompanied by the CBSC Petition Form (BSC-30). The form requires the following: Explain the problem and rationale for this petition. Explain how the issue has statewide significance.
What is a petition for writ of mandate? A. Mandate (aka “Mandamus,”) is an "extraordinary" remedy provided by a court. sitting in equity. In a mandate proceeding, the petitioner asks the superior or appellate court to direct an inferior judicial or administrative body to do something.
Most states have sample petition forms that you can fill in online. If your state does not have forms available online, you may be able to get the forms by asking the court clerk in the courthouse where you want to file your petition.