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Title IV - PARTIES
Rule 21 - Misjoinder and Nonjoinder of Parties

Sup. Ct. R. D.C. 21

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As amended through October 11, 2024
Rule 21 - Misjoinder and Nonjoinder of Parties

Misjoinder of parties is not a ground for dismissing an action. On motion or on its own, the court may at any time, on just terms, add or drop a party. The court may also sever any claim against a party.

Sup. Ct. R. D.C. 21

COMMENT TO 2017 AMENDMENTS

Rule 21 has been amended consistent with the 2007 stylistic changes to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 21.

COMMENT

Identical to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 21.