Mississippi Agreed Order
What is this form?
An Agreed Order is a legal document signed by both parties involved in a dispute. It outlines that the Defendant agrees to refrain from producing or distributing a document that the Plaintiff finds offensive. Simultaneously, the Plaintiff agrees to dismiss any charges filed against the Defendant. This order helps both parties reach a resolution without pursuing further litigation, differentiating itself from other legal forms by focusing on mutual agreements and dismissal of claims.
Form components explained
- Names of the Plaintiff and Defendant.
- Court case number and relevant complaint details.
- A statement of the Defendantâs agreement to cease specific actions.
- Agreement from the Plaintiff to dismiss claims against the Defendant.
- Signature block for the Circuit Judge.
When this form is needed
This form is typically used when two parties involved in a legal dispute reach an agreement outside of court. It is essential when the Plaintiff wishes to halt legal proceedings and the Defendant agrees to stop the actions that prompted the dispute. For example, this might be used in cases involving alleged copyright infringement or defamation, where both parties want to maintain an amicable relationship and avoid further legal action.
Who this form is for
This Agreed Order is suitable for:
- Individuals involved in a legal dispute where an agreement has been reached.
- Parties who seek to resolve issues without further litigation.
- Claimants who wish to dismiss the case following a mutual agreement.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the parties involved by entering their legal names in the designated fields.
- Fill in the case number and date of the verified complaint.
- Include a statement detailing the Defendant's commitment to cease producing the specified document.
- Specify the Plaintiffâs agreement to dismiss the case.
- Ensure both parties sign the document and provide the Circuit Judge's signature where required.
Does this form need to be notarized?
This form does not typically require notarization to be legally valid. However, some jurisdictions or document types may still require it. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for added convenience.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include both parties' names, which can invalidate the agreement.
- Not specifying the document or action that the Defendant is agreeing to cease.
- Forgetting to obtain the necessary signatures from all parties.
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