An outline of the general procedures and mechanics of effective civil and criminal docketing in the federal courts. It is designed for reference use by experienced docket clerks and as an aid in orienting and training new employees.
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Guidelines for Docketing Clerks: A Training and Reference Resource for Federal Docket Clerks
January 1, 1979
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