Local Rule 9070-1: EXHIBITS
Bankr. W.D.N.Y. — General rule
Rule 9070. EXHIBITS [Former Rule 30 A thru C]
9070-1. A. In an adversary proceeding or a contested matter, the exhibits shall be marked by counsel or the parties prior to trial or hearing.
B. Unless the Bankruptcy Court otherwise directs, exhibits (except those produced by non-parties) shall not be filed with the Bankruptcy Court Clerk but shall be retained in the custody of the respective attorneys or persons who produce them in Court. Upon submission to the trier of fact, all exhibits which were received into evidence shall be delivered to the Court. Following decision or verdict, exhibits will be returned to the parties. In the case of an appeal or other review by an appellate Court, all exhibits necessary to perfect the appeal shall be made available for inclusion in the record on appeal.
C. Exhibits produced by non-parties may be held by the Clerk or a party as the Court may direct. Whenever practicable, copies of such exhibits shall be substituted for originals. Upon expiration of the time allowed for appeal, or following an appeal, any originals retained by the Court or a party shall be returned to non parties.