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Fed. R. Civ. P. 74

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Rule 74 Abrogated (Apr. 11, 1997, eff. Dec. 1, 1997).

Title IX: Special Proceedings

← Previous Rule 73: Magistrate Judges: Trial by Consent; Appeal Next → Rule 75: Abrogated (Apr. 11, 1997, eff. Dec. 1, 1997).

Rule Text

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This rule no longer exists. It was removed from the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in 1997.

If you came across a reference to Rule 74, it is outdated. You should check current court rules or speak with a legal professional to find the rule that now covers what you are looking for.

Committee Notes

Notes of Advisory Committee on Rules—1997 Amendment

Rule 74 is abrogated for the reasons described in the Note to Rule 73.

Committee Notes on Rules—2007

Rule 74 was abrogated in 1997 to reflect repeal of the statute providing for appeal from a magistrate judge’s judgment to the district court. The rule number is reserved for possible future use.

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← Previous Rule 73: Magistrate Judges: Trial by Consent; Appeal Next → Rule 75: Abrogated (Apr. 11, 1997, eff. Dec. 1, 1997).