MNRCP Rule 1

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Below is Rule 1 of the Minnesota Rules of Civil Procedure. Rule 1 deals with Scope of Rules, and is indexed under Chapter I, dealing with Scope of Rules - One Form of Action.

1 Scope of Rules

These rules govern the procedure in the district courts of the State of Minnesota in all suits of a civil nature, with the exceptions stated in Rule 81. They shall be construed and administered to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action.

(Amended effective January 1, 1997.)

Advisory Committee Comments--1996 Amendments

This change conforms the rule to its federal counterpart. The amendment is intended to make clear that the goals of just, speedy, and inexpensive resolution of litigation are just as important--if not more important--in questions that do not involve interpretation of the rules. These goals should guide all aspects of judicial administration, and this amendment expressly so states.