Local Rule L.R. 1-3: Sanctions for Formatting Errors

N.D. Ind. L.R. 1-3 Sanctions for Formatting Errors

(a) Non-Compliance. If a person files a paper that does not comply with the rules governing the format of papers filed with the court, the court may:

(1) strike the paper from the record; or

(2) fine the person up to $1,000.

(b) Notice. Before sanctioning a person under subdivision (a)(2), the court must:

(1) notify the person that the paper is noncompliant; and

(2) give the person the opportunity either to be heard or to revise the paper.