Consent or Declination to Magistrate Judge Jurisdiction Form
This form is used in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. It allows parties to consent or decline to have a magistrate judge conduct all further proceedings in a case. The form needs to be signed and dated after making a selection.
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To fill out this form, you need to make a selection between consenting or declining magistrate judge jurisdiction. Ensure you sign and date the form after your selection. Detailed instructions will follow.
How to fill out the Consent or Declination to Magistrate Judge Jurisdiction Form?
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Indicate your choice by checking one of the two boxes.
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If you consent, check the box for 'CONSENT to Magistrate Judge Jurisdiction.'.
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If you decline, check the box for 'DECLINE Magistrate Judge Jurisdiction.'.
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Fill in the date, name, and counsel information or indicate 'PRO SE.'.
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Sign the form to complete the process.
Who needs the Consent or Declination to Magistrate Judge Jurisdiction Form?
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Plaintiffs in a case who need to consent or decline magistrate judge jurisdiction.
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Defendants in a case who need to make a decision regarding magistrate judge jurisdiction.
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Attorneys representing parties needing to submit their clients' preferences.
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Pro se litigants who must indicate their choice regarding magistrate judge jurisdiction.
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Court clerks responsible for processing consent or declination forms.
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What are the instructions for submitting this form?
Submit this form as directed by the court. Ensure that all required fields are filled out, signed, and dated. Check with your attorney or court clerk for specific submission instructions.
What are the important dates for this form in 2024 and 2025?
Ensure you submit this form promptly as directed by the court to avoid any delays or issues in your case. Specific deadlines will be provided by the court.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of this form is to allow parties involved in a case within the United States District Court for the Northern District of California to consent or decline magistrate judge jurisdiction. Magistrate judges handle all further proceedings in a case when parties consent. This ensures the case proceeds efficiently and helps to manage the court's workload. By completing this form, parties make an informed decision regarding the assignment of their case to a magistrate judge. If consent is declined, the case will be reassigned to a United States district judge. This form streamlines the process and ensures clarity in jurisdictional matters.
Tell me about this form and its components and fields line-by-line.
- 1. Case No.: Enter the case number assigned by the court.
- 2. Plaintiff(s): Enter the names of the plaintiffs involved in the case.
- 3. Defendant(s): Enter the names of the defendants involved in the case.
- 4. Consent/Decline checkbox: Check the appropriate box to consent or decline magistrate judge jurisdiction.
- 5. Date: Enter the date when the form is filled out.
- 6. Name: Enter the name of the person or attorney filling out the form.
- 7. Counsel for (or 'Pro Se'): Indicate if you are representing yourself ('Pro Se') or the party you represent.
- 8. Signature: Sign the form to complete the process.
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
Failing to submit this form can result in delays or complications in your case. It is essential to comply with court instructions to ensure proper handling of your case.
- Case Delays: Delays in proceedings may occur if the form is not submitted on time.
- Jurisdictional Issues: Failure to submit may complicate jurisdictional assignments.
How do I know when to use this form?
- 1. Initiating a Case: Use this form when starting a new case to indicate your jurisdictional preference.
- 2. Responding to a Complaint: Submit this form when responding to a legal complaint to show your consent or declination.
- 3. Filing as Pro Se: If you are representing yourself, complete this form to indicate your choice.
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