This rule no longer exists. It was removed from the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in 1997.
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Summary generated March 09, 2026
Notes of Advisory Committee on Rules—1997 Amendment
Rule 76 is abrogated for the reasons described in the Note to Rule 73.
Committee Notes on Rules—2007
Rule 76 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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