The program's basic objective is to identify appeals that do not require full appellate treatment and to expedite their handling through a procedure calling for shorter briefs and prompt oral argument. Based upon the first year's experience, the summary procedure appears to be meeting its intended objectives. The Court disposed of close to forty percent of the criminal appeals during that year through the summary procedure. Elapsed time from docketing to disposition was significantly reduced for those cases. Both judges and attorneys believe the procedure provides fair and effective appellate review. (Author abstract)