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Magistrate judges often handle dispositive motions, which can include motions to dismiss or motions for summary judgment.
Changing your mind after you've consented could be tricky, so it's best to think it through before making your choice.
Once you consent, the magistrate judge takes over your case and handles all proceedings, including decisions on motions.
You typically submit your consent in writing through the appropriate court forms as part of your case filings.
No, consent isn't mandatory. You can choose to have your case heard by a district judge instead.
People often consent because magistrate judges can be more accessible, and they may provide quicker resolutions compared to district judges.
It's a legal document that allows a party in a case to consent to have a magistrate judge handle their case instead of a district judge, especially for dispositive motions, which can settle the case.
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Aurora Colorado Notice, Consent, and Reference of a Dispositive Motion to a Magistrate Judge