Nebraska § 24-221 - Certification request; contents.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 24-221 — Certification request; contents., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-221. Certification request; contents.
A certification request shall set forth (1) the questions of law to be answered and (2) a statement of all facts relevant to the questions certified and showing fully the nature of the controversy in which the questions arose.
The Nebraska Supreme Court will not accept a federal district court's certified question from an action challenging a city ordinance when the question fails to specify the nature of the plaintiffs' challenge to the ordinance on state law grounds and fails to identify any state statutes or state constitutional provisions that were allegedly violated. Keller v. City of Fremont, 280 Neb. 788, 790 N.W.2d 711 (2010).
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 24-221
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 24-221 cover?
Section 24-221 ("Certification request; contents.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 24-221?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 24-221" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nebraska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nebraska attorney.
How does Nebraska § 24-221 apply to my situation?
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