For example, a motion to preclude asks the court to ban the testimony or evidence from being used in the case. The motion must be made before filing a responsive pleading and must point out the defects complained of and the details desired.This guide is intended to be a summary of basic procedures for motion practice. A motion to strike is a request to a judge that part of a party's pleading or a piece of evidence be removed from the record. Defendant's Motion To Strike Plaintiff's Response To Motion To Dismiss (Doc. These rules govern the procedure in all civil actions and proceedings in the United States district courts, except as stated in Rule 81. (f) Motion to Strike. The court may strike from a pleading an insufficient defense or any redundant, immaterial, impertinent, or scandalous matter. Defenses pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(f) (ECF 30) ("Originally. Filed Motion to Strike").