Part II-C · Civil: Motions

Rule 116. Orders to Show Cause

Amended July 1, 2025 (current)

An order to show cause will be issued only in a case where a statute or rule of civil procedure provides that such an order may be issued or where the court deems it necessary to require the party to appear in person at the hearing.

Cross Reference: Minn. R. Civ. P. 7.

Committee Notes

Task Force Comment - 1991 Adoption

This rule is derived from existing Rule 21 of the Code of Rules for the District Courts.