Douglas County District Court Filing Rules

The specified pleadings must state the completion date of the second-level class and the date and outcome of re-mediation, or state that Conciliation waived those requirements because the parties completely agree on all issues.

The filing party must register with or contact Conciliation within 10 days after filing the initial complaint.

A copy of the exceptions must be served on the opposing party and counsel.

The party who called or arranged for a witness to appear must ensure the witness’s attendance is registered with the Clerk of the District Court.

Non-impeaching and non-rebuttal documentary evidence must be marked for identification.

No more than one continuance may be granted unless unusual circumstances require otherwise.

Digitally submitted documentary exhibits and affidavits are limited to an aggregate total of ten pages.

When filing a brief under Neb. Ct. R. § 6-1505, the party must simultaneously email an electronic copy to the judge’s bailiff and deliver a hard copy to the judge.

Court costs are payable when an action is commenced and when additional costs accrue, except in criminal cases and proceedings with an order granting in forma pauperis status.

A motion to compel must include a certification that the movant in good faith conferred or attempted to confer to obtain disclosure or discovery without court action.

Publicly filed documents must not contain complete vehicle identification numbers, account numbers, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, or other personal identification information.