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Proof of service shows the state district court when, how, and where the other parties were served. Proof of service also shows the documents that were served. An affidavit, declaration of service, or certificate of service gives the court proof of service.

An order to show cause (O.S.C.), is a court order or the demand of a judge requiring a party to justify or explain why the court should or should not grant a motion or a relief. For example, if a party requests a restraining order from a judge, the judge may need more information.

Unless this rule provides otherwise, the defendant must be present at: (1) the initial appearance, the arraignment, and the plea; (2) every trial stage, including jury impanelment and the return of the verdict; and. (3) sentencing. Presence by interactive television is presence for the purposes of this rule.

The parent asking to modify which parent has primary residential responsibility (custody) must establish, in writing, a prima facie case for modification. The other parent may challenge the modification request, in writing.

Upon a filing party's request, an original pleading or document in any civil action, which by law is required to be filed in the clerk of court's office where the action is pending, may be removed from the files for the purpose of serving it either inside or outside the state but must be returned without delay.

An order to show cause issued pursuant to section 27-10-07 may be made in the action or proceeding in or respecting which the offense was committed, either before or after the final judgment or order therein, and is equivalent to a notice of motion.