§ Rule 79. Books and Records Kept by the Clerk and Entries Therein

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Rule 79. Books and Records Kept by the Clerk and Entries Therein

(a) Civil Docket.The Clerk shall keep a “civil docket” and shall enter therein each civil action to which these Rules are made applicable. The “civil docket” may be kept solely by computer or electronic means. Actions shall be assigned consecutive file numbers. The file number of each action shall be noted on the docket. All papers filed with the Clerk, all process issued and returns made thereon, all appearances, orders, verdicts, and judgments shall be entered chronologically on the civil docket assigned to the action and shall be marked with its file number. These entries shall be brief but shall show the nature of each paper filed or writ issued and the substance of each order or judgment of the Court and of the returns showing execution of process. The entry of an order or judgment shall show the date the entry is made. When in an action trial by jury has been properly demanded or ordered the Clerk shall enter the word “jury” on the docket.

(b) Civil Judgments and Orders.The Clerk shall keep, a correct copy of every final judgment or appealable order, or order affecting title to or lien upon real or personal property, and any other order which the Court may direct to be kept. The Executive Officer shall, subject to the supervision of the Chief Judge, prescribe the form and manner in which such copies shall be kept.

(c) Indices; Calendars.Suitable indices of the civil docket and of every civil judgment and order referred to in subdivision (b) of this Rule shall be kept by the Clerk under the direction of the Court. There shall be prepared under the direction of the court calendars of all actions ready for trial, which shall distinguish “jury actions” from “court actions.”

(d) Other Books and Records of the Clerk.The Clerk shall also keep such other books and records as may be required from time to time by the Executive Officer of the District of Columbia Courts subject to the supervision of the Chief Judge.

(e) Entry on Docket.Nothing in these Rules shall preclude a judicial officer or his or her authorized judicial staff member from making entries on the docket.