Rule 42. Voluntary Termination or Dismissal

If the parties file with the Clerk a motion to terminate a matter (other than an application for attorney fees and expenses) based upon a settlement agreement to be effective upon the Court’s termination of the case, the Clerk may enter the case terminated. On motion of the appellant or petitioner for dismissal, an appeal, petition, or application for attorney fees and expenses may be dismissed by the Clerk on terms requested by the appellant or petitioner, agreed upon by the parties, or previously fixed by the Court.

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Rule 42. Voluntary Termination or Dismissal