Get Doj Ao 85 2017-2025

The DOJ AO 85 form, titled 'Notice, Consent, and Reference of a Civil Action to a Magistrate Judge,' is used to signal consent for a case to be handled by a magistrate judge. This guide will provide you with clear and detailed instructions on how to complete this form online.

Follow the steps to complete the DOJ AO 85 form effectively

1. Click the 'Get Form' button to access and open the DOJ AO 85 form in your editor.
2. Identify the section labeled 'Plaintiff' and fill in the full name of the individual or entity initiating the civil action.
3. In the 'Defendant' section, enter the name of the individual or entity being accused in the civil action.
4. Locate the field for 'Civil Action No.' and input the assigned number for your case, if applicable.
5. In the 'Consent to a magistrate judge’s authority' section, ensure that all parties involved indicate their willingness to consent by entering their printed names.
6. After entering the names, each party or their representative must provide their signature in the designated area.
7. Record the date next to the signatures to document when consent was given.
8. For the 'Reference Order,' ensure no additional changes are needed and keep the pre-filled information in that section.
9. Finally, review the entire form for any errors and save your changes, then download, print, or share your completed form as required.

Begin completing your DOJ AO 85 form online today for effective case management.