The United States of America et al v. Theodore Benaderet
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MINUTES (In Chambers) Order to Show Cause Why Action Should Not Be Dismissed for Failure to Prosecute by Judge Kenly Kiya Kato. Accordingly, the Court, on its own motion, orders plaintiff(s) to show cause in writing on or before June 12, 2024 why this action should not be dismissed for lack of prosecution as to those defendant(s). (See document for further information). (aco)
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA
CIVIL MINUTES—GENERAL
Case No.
SACV 22-01040-KK-ADSx
Date: June 4, 2024
Title: The United States of America, et al. v. Theodore Benaderet
Present: The Honorable KENLY KIYA KATO, UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE
Noe Ponce
Not Reported
Deputy Clerk
Court Reporter
Attorney(s) Present for Plaintiff(s):
Attorney(s) Present for Defendant(s):
None Present
None Present
Proceedings:
(In Chambers) Order to Show Cause Why Action Should Not Be Dismissed
for Failure to Prosecute
Absent a showing of good cause, an action must be dismissed without prejudice if the
summons and complaint are not served on a defendant within 90 days after the complaint is filed.
See FED. R. CIV. P. 4(m). Generally, a defendant must answer the complaint within 21 days after
service, or 60 days if the defendant is the United States. See FED. R. CIV. P. 12(a).
In the present case, it appears that one or more of these time periods has not been met as to
one or more defendant(s). Specifically:
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Proof of service of the summons and complaint
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Answer by the defendant or an application for entry of default pursuant to Federal Rule of
Civil Procedure 55(a)
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Motion for default judgment set for hearing in accordance with the Local Rules and the
Court’s Standing Order
Accordingly, the Court, on its own motion, orders plaintiff(s) to show cause in writing on or
before June 12, 2024 why this action should not be dismissed for lack of prosecution as to those
defendant(s).
It is plaintiff(s)’ responsibility to respond promptly to all Orders and to prosecute the action
diligently, including filing proofs of service and stipulations extending time to respond. If necessary,
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plaintiff(s) must also pursue Rule 55 remedies promptly upon the default of any defendant. All
stipulations affecting the progress of the case must be approved by this Court. See L.R. 7-1.
No oral argument of this matter will be heard unless ordered by the Court. The Order will
stand submitted upon the filing of a written response.
Plaintiff(s) are expressly warned that failure to timely file a response to this Order
will result in this action being dismissed without prejudice as to one or more defendant(s)
for failure to prosecute and comply with court orders. See FED. R. CIV. P. 41(b).
IT IS SO ORDERED.
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