PART VI — THE RECORD ON REVIEW
Rule 59. Correction, supplementation, and a missing recording or transcript
Correction of misstatement
If the record inaccurately reports what occurred below, the parties may stipulate to a correction, or the lower tribunal may settle the dispute after notice. The Supreme Court retains authority to resolve the record for purposes of review.
Omitted item
If an item presented below was omitted by error or accident, the lower-court Clerk may transmit it with a supplemental certification. Supplementation may not introduce evidence that was never before the lower tribunal.
Missing recording or transcript
If no usable recording or transcript exists, the appellant must prepare a statement of the material proceeding from the best available sources within five days after learning of the omission. The appellee may object or propose amendments within three days after service of the statement. The lower tribunal must settle and approve an accurate statement.
Disputed transcription
A party disputing a transcript must identify the exact timestamp or line and provide the proposed correction. The Court may consult the original recording, request neutral transcription, or remand for settlement.
Judicial notice
The Court may take judicial notice only as permitted by the Ridgeway Rules of Evidence. The parties must receive an opportunity to address notice unless the fact is beyond reasonable dispute and no prejudice can result.
Lost record
If a material record cannot be reconstructed through no fault of the appellant, the Court may remand for reconstruction, order a new proceeding when law permits, or grant other relief necessary to protect appellate review. No remedy is automatic.