FEDERAL RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
ARTICLE 1 Rule 1-Scope

FEDERAL RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE

ARTICLE 1 SCOPE OF RULES--ONE FORM OF ACTION

Rule 1. Scope and Purpose of Rules

These rules govern the procedure in the United States district courts in all suits of a
civil nature whether cognizable as cases at law or in equity or in admiralty, with the
exceptions stated in Rule 81 . They shall be construed and administered to secure the
just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action.

Rule 1. Scope and Purpose of Rules Notes


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