Eighth Judicial District Court, Clark County Document Format Requirements

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All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

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Each exhibit must be bound in some fashion (e.g., staples or brads) to keep it intact.

In order to keep each Exhibit intact, be certain they are bound in some fashion, either by staples, brads, etc.

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Photographs must be identified separately (e.g., 7-A, 7-B, 7-C), and multiple photographs may not be placed on one sheet unless counsel stipulate to admitting all of them.

Photographs MUST be identified separately. DO NOT PLACE SEVERAL PHOTOGRAPHS on one sheet of paper, as this causes problems if only one is admitted. For example, if Exhibit 7 consists of three photographs, label them 7-A, 7-B and 7-C. You may place more than one photo on a page, if counsel are stipulating to admitting all of them.

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Format

DOCX

Parties must email an electronic Word version of the verdict form to the JEA and law clerk the day before trial begins.

All parties are to submit an electronic word version (via e-mail to the JEA and law clerk) of the verdict form the day before trial is to begin.

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Counsel must not mark or place stickers on exhibits because the Court Clerk will mark them.

Do not mark or place a sticker on the Exhibit itself, as it will be marked by the Court Clerk.

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Contested jury instructions, with an explanation of the parties' disagreement, must be digitally submitted in a separate document the day before trial.

Contested jury instructions, as well as an explanation as to why the parties disagree, are to also be digitally submitted in a separate document the day before trial.

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Submit Exhibits in a binder, separated by tabs. Label the tabs with numbers for Plaintiff's Exhibits and Letters for Defendant's Exhibits. If Joint Exhibits are submitted, label tabs with numbers.

Submit Exhibits in a binder, separated by tabs. Label the tabs with numbers for Plaintiff's Exhibits and Letters for Defendant's Exhibits. If Joint Exhibits are submitted, label tabs with numbers.

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Format

DOCX

Parties must email an electronic Word version of uncontested jury instructions to the JEA and law clerk the day before trial begins.

All parties are to submit an electronic word version (via e-mail to the JEA and law clerk) of uncontested jury instructions the day before trial is to begin.

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Counsel must meet, review and discuss exhibits per EDCR 2.67, and all exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

In accordance with EDCR 2.67, counsel shall meet, review and discuss exhibits. All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

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If parties are unable to submit Joint exhibits, Plaintiff's exhibits would start with #1 and Defendant's Exhibits are to start at #500 (unless Plaintiff has over 500, in which case counsel may each agree upon a block of numbers - please be sure to inform the clerk about which blocks parties have chosen).

If parties are unable to submit Joint exhibits, Plaintiff's exhibits would start with #1 and Defendant's Exhibits are to start at #500 (unless Plaintiff has over 500, in which case counsel may each agree upon a block of numbers - please be sure to inform the clerk about which blocks parties have chosen).

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Counsel must use only the sample exhibit sheet provided in the guidelines.

Counsel is to only use the sample exhibit sheet that is on the next page.

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Format

DOCX

An editable Microsoft Word version of the exhibit list must be emailed to the clerks at chavezv@clarkcountycourts.us.

An editable Microsoft word document of the exhibit list MUST be emailed to the clerks at: chavezv@clarkcountycourts.us.

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In criminal cases, each sheet/photo must be labeled as its own separate exhibit.

Criminal cases must have one sheet/photo labeled as their own exhibit.

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Depositions and already-filed pleadings are not marked or admitted as exhibits; original, unopened depositions may be provided and published when used in court.

Depositions are NOT marked nor admitted as exhibits; however, original, unopened depositions may be provided and "published" when used in Court. Additionally, pleadings already filed in the case are NOT marked or admitted exhibits.

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In civil cases, multiple photos on separate sheets may be labeled as a single exhibit, but only one photo per sheet is permitted.

Multiple photos (on separate sheets of paper) can be labeled as a single exhibit, however, please DO NOT PLACE SEVERAL PHOTOGRAPHS ON ONE SHEET OF PAPER. To reiterate, it must be one photo per sheet of paper but multiple sheets of paper with one photo each can be labeled as one exhibit. This applies to CIVIL cases only.

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All exhibits must be numbered, and paper exhibits must be single-sided.

All exhibits are to be NUMBERED and if paper, SINGLE SIDED.

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Each exhibit must be marked with a 'proposed' label on the last page, bottom left of each exhibit group, before trial starts.

*****Counsel are to mark each exhibit with a "proposed" label prior to the start of trial (Labels are to be placed on the last page and bottom left of each exhibit group - See page no. 4 attached).

CRITICALCivil cases

Photographs must be identified individually with one photo per sheet and sub-labeled (e.g., 7a, 7b, 7c).

PHOTOGRAPHS must be identified individually. DO NOT place several photos on one sheet of paper. (ex. If exhibit 7 consists of 3 photos, label them separately as 7a, 7b, and 7c).

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Exhibits must be single-sided; double-sided exhibits are prohibited.

Please DO NOT Make exhibits double sided. (this is for Appeal, objections, redactions, etc)

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Non-conforming exhibits will be rejected and counsel must reschedule and fix the issues before trial begins.

If exhibits are not in the correct format or do not follow the guidelines, they will not be accepted. Counsel will be required to reschedule and resolve any issues before the start of trial.

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Every page of the exhibits must be bates stamped.

ALL PAGES MUST BE BATES STAMPED

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Large demonstrative versions going to the jury must be marked separately.

If counsel insist that the LARGE version go to the jury, it must be marked separately.

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Exhibits must be numbered by party: Plaintiff 1-2,000, Defendant A A1-A2,000, Defendant B B1-B2,000, and Defendant C C1-C2,000.

Plaintiff 1---2,000 etc. Defendant B B1---B2,000 etc. Defendant A A1---A2,000 etc. Defendant C C1---C2,000 etc.

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Format

DOCX

Exhibit lists must be submitted in Word format; PDF, JPG, and BMP are not accepted.

Exhibit Lists MUST be in word format (.pdf, .jpg and .bmp will NOT be accepted).

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Exhibits must be bates stamped, numbered by party, placed in binders, and separated with tabs.

Exhibits are to be bates stamped, identified by number according to the respective party (see below), and placed in binders. Please use tabs to separate each exhibit.

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Photographs must be identified separately and individually labeled (e.g., 23-a, 23-b, 23-c); do not place several photos on one sheet.

Photographs must be identified separately. DO NOT PLACE SEVERAL PHOTOS on one sheet of paper as this causes problems if only one is admitted. For example, if exhibit 23 consists of 3 photos, label them 23-a, 23-b, 23-c etc.

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Three sets of exhibits must be three-hole punched and placed in three-ring binders along with the exhibit list, in compliance with EDCR 2.27.

All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27. Three (3) sets must be three-hole punched placed in three ring binders along with the exhibit list.

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Photographs must be identified separately, with multiple photos within one exhibit sub-labeled (e.g., 23-a, 23-b, 23-c), and several photos must not be placed on one sheet.

Photographs must be identified separately. DO NOT PLACE SEVERAL PHOTOS on one sheet of paper as this causes problems if only one is admitted. For example, if exhibit 23 consists of 3 photos, label them 23-a, 23-b, 23-c etc.

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All pre-trial motions, including motions in limine and summary judgment motions, must be in writing.

All pre-trial motions, including but not limited to motions in limine or motions for summary judgement must be in writing and filed not less than 45 days prior to the trial date and motions must be heard not less than 14 days prior to trial. (E.D.C.R. 2.47).

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Exhibits are to be NUMBERED. If parties are unable to submit Joint exhibits, Plaintiff’s exhibits should use numbers, starting with #1 and Defendant’s exhibits should use letters, starting with A. If there are an excessive number of exhibits, counsel may agree upon a block of numbers for each side, as long as Plaintiff’s and Defendant’s binders are clearly distinguishable from one another, either through the color of the binder or clear labeling.

Exhibits are to be NUMBERED. If parties are unable to submit Joint exhibits, Plaintiff’s exhibits should use numbers, starting with #1 and Defendant’s exhibits should use letters, starting with A. If there are an excessive number of exhibits, counsel may agree upon a block of numbers for each side, as long as Plaintiff’s and Defendant’s binders are clearly distinguishable from one another, either through the color of the binder or clear labeling.

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Plaintiff and joint exhibits must be marked with numbers; defense exhibits with letters.

Plaintiffs exhibits shall be marked by numbers. Defense exhibits are marked by letters. Any joint exhibits shall be marked by numbers.

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Each party must have an exhibit list, with plaintiff and joint exhibits marked by numbers and defense exhibits marked by letters.

Each party must have an Exhibit lists. Plaintiff exhibits shall be marked by numbers. Defense exhibits are marked by letters. Any joint exhibits shall be marked by numbers.

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All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

All exhibits must comply with EDCR 2.27.

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Depositions are not marked or submitted as exhibits; original depositions are filed and published when used in court.

Depositions are not marked, nor submitted as exhibits. Original depositions are filed and published when used in court.

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If there are 200 or more exhibits, counsel must contact the department to discuss using Electronic Exhibits.

If there are 200 or more exhibits, counsel shall contact the department to discuss using Electronic Exhibits. (See Rules for Electronic Exhibits).

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Exhibits must be submitted in binders separated by tabs.

Submit exhibits in BINDERS, separated by tabs.

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Photographs and receipts must be identified separately and may not be placed several to a sheet unless counsel stipulate to admission of all items on the page; sub-labels such as 7-A, 7-B may be used.

Photographs and receipts must be identified separately. DO NOT PLACE SEVERAL PHOTOGRAPHS OR RECEIPTS on one sheet of paper, unless counsel stipulate to the admission of all of the items on the page. You may label them, for example, 7-A, 7-B, 7-C, etc.

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In order to keep an exhibit intact, be certain each exhibit is bound in some fashion.

In order to keep an exhibit intact, be certain each exhibit is bound in some fashion.

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Format

DOCX

An electronic Word-format version of the proposed Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law must be emailed to the Dept. 23 JEA (boyerd@clarkcountycourts.us) and the Law Clerk (Dept23lc@clarkcountycourts.us).

Also provide an electronic version (Word format) of your Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law via email to Dept 23 JEA, Deborah Boyer, boyerd@clarkcountycourts.us and Law Clerk, Dept23lc@clarkcountycourts.us.

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Parties must not mark exhibits; the Clerk performs exhibit marking.

Do not mark the exhibit itself, this will be done by the Clerk.

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Exhibits must be submitted in three sets, three-hole punched and placed in three-ring binders together with the exhibit list.

Three (3) sets must be three-hole punched placed in three ring binders along with the exhibit list.

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DOCX

Jury instruction submissions must include an electronic copy in Word format.

Each side shall provide the Court, two (2) judicial days prior to the firm trial date an agreed set of jury instructions and proposed form of verdict along with any additional proposed jury instructions with an electronic copy in Word format.

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Format

PDF

Documents submitted for Judge Wiese's signature must be in PDF format.

Department 30 requires all orders and documents for Judge Wiese’s signature to be submitted electronically and emailed in pdf format to DC30inbox@clarkcountycourts.us.

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Format

PDF

The authorizing email must be included inside the PDF after the last page of the proposed order and cannot be filed or submitted as a separate document.

The authorizing email must be included in the pdf document submitted AFTER the last page of the proposed order. The email confirmation cannot be filed or submitted as a separate document.

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Format

PDF

Orders submitted to the department inbox must be in both Word and PDF format.

All orders must be submitted electronically to DC8Inbox@clarkcountycourts.us in both Word and PDF format.

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Excel documents should be converted to a PDF document or submitted separately. Videos must also be submitted separately on a separate USB drive(s). Please discuss video submissions at the Pre-Trial Conference.

Excel documents should be converted to a PDF document or submitted separately. Videos must also be submitted separately on a separate USB drive(s). Please discuss video submissions at the Pre-Trial Conference.

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Electronic exhibit pages must be sequentially numbered in '1047-001' format in the lower right corner, and no letters may be used as exhibit numbers.

Prior to trial each party will be assigned a range of exhibit numbers for use in naming exhibits. The file name for each proposed electronic exhibit shall be numerical, i.e. 1047.pdf. Each page within the proposed exhibit will be internally and sequentially numbered beginning with the trial exhibit number and the page number will be placed on each page of the proposed electronic exhibit in the lower right hand corner in the following format "1047-001". No letters will be used as exhibit numbers for identifying proposed electronic exhibits.

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Format

PDF

The competing order must be submitted in PDF with a red-line Word version showing the differences between the competing orders, and counsel may not submit separate correspondence arguing their position or supplementing the record.

The party submitting the competing order MUST submit its proposed Order to the Court, in PDF format, along with a red-line version of the Order in WORD format which shows the differences in the competing Orders. Counsel may not provide separate correspondence attempting to argue their position or supplement the record.

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The drives should NOT have any subfolders. Label the drives.

The drives should NOT have any subfolders. Label the drives.

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Electronic exhibit file names and exhibit lists must not use leading zeroes and must use only the number-plus-file-extension format (e.g., 12345.pdf).

No leading zeroes in the file names of the PDF, nor on the exhibit list. Exhibits are to be named with only the <number>.<file extension>. For example, (12345.pdf)