Local Rule 38.0: Sanctions for Vexatious Litigation

When any party to a proceeding before this court or any attorney practicing before the court files a motion, brief, or other document that is frivolous or interposed for an improper purpose, such as to harass or to cause unnecessary delay, or unreasonably or vexatiously increases litigation costs, the court may, on its own motion, or on motion of a party, impose appropriate sanctions on the offending party, the attorney, or both. Any party or attorney on whom sanctions may be imposed under this rule shall be afforded an opportunity to respond within fourteen days of service of a motion or an order to show cause before sanctions are imposed by the court.