US CODE: Title 28a,Rule 77.2. Authorization to Act on Certain Motions

Rule 77.2. Authorization to Act on Certain Motions

(a) Clerk Authorization. Any motion for enlargement of time to answer or respond to the complaint or for substitution of counsel may be acted upon by the clerk of the court if

(1) the motion states that opposing counsel has no objection,

(2) no opposition to the motion has been timely filed, or

(3) opposing counsel files a consent.

In acting on motions for enlargement of time under this subdivision, the total enlargement of time allowed by the clerk with respect to any matter shall not exceed 60 days.

(b) Signing of Orders for Absent Judges. If the assigned judge is not available and there is an emergency necessitating an order, the matter shall be presented to the chief judge, or to another judge designated by the assigned judge.

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