On application of a party or on its own initiative, the court, for good cause and with due regard for the expeditious and informal nature of the proceedings, may authorize a party to proceed with discovery under Civil Rules 26 through 37. In addition to the protective orders permitted by Civil Rule 26(c), the court may shorten the time within which a party is required to perform any act or make any response in connection with discovery. This rule applies to all actions filed in the Small Claims and Conciliation Branch, including those certified to the Civil Actions Branch under Rule 6.
Sup. Ct. R. D.C. 10
COMMENT TO 2018 AMENDMENTS
This rule has been amended consistent with the stylistic changes to the civil rules.