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authority type
rule
jurisdiction
federal_nationwide
publication status
official_current_rules_pdf
precedential status
binding_current_rule
subsequent history
Official primary source reviewed through 2026-08-25.
negative treatment status
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material limitations
Use only for the bounded proposition and express limitations in the linked module.

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Indicative Ruling on a Motion for Relief That Is Barred by a Pending Appeal

Holding or rule used

When a pending appeal bars the district court from granting a timely motion, the court may defer, deny, or state that it would grant or that the motion raises a substantial issue, with prompt circuit notice required for an indicative ruling.

Material limitation

Use only for the bounded proposition stated here. The exact Rule 35 or 36 posture, circuit law, record, agreement, modification vehicle, appealed order, preservation, and requested relief remain separate where identified.

Official source and pinpoints

Fed. R. Crim. P. 37, Rule 37(a)–(b): https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/document/federal-rules-of-criminal-procedure.pdf