§ Rule 5 The Answer and the Reply
Rule 5. The Answer and the Reply
(a) When Required.The respondent is not required to answer the motion unless a judge so orders.
(b) Contents.The answer must address the allegations in the motion. In addition, it must state whether the moving party has used any other federal remedies, including any prior post-conviction motions under these rules or any previous rules, and whether the moving party received an evidentiary hearing.
(c) Records of Prior Proceedings.If the answer refers to briefs or transcripts of the prior proceedings that are not available in the court's records, the judge must order the government to furnish them within a reasonable time that will not unduly delay the proceedings.
(d) Reply.The moving party may submit a reply to the respondent's answer or other pleading within a time fixed by the judge.