Rule 12.06 - Motion to Strike. Motion for More Definite Statement, for Paragraphing and for Separate Statement.12.06, Motion to Strike. The party may move for a compliance with Rule 10.02 or for a more definite statement before interposing a responsive pleading. In a motion for a more definite statement, the defendant argues that the complaint is so vague, ambiguous, or confusing that the defendant cannot respond to it. (e) Motion for a More Definite Statement. Under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(e) (link is external), a party (typically a defendant) may file a motion for a more definite statement. A motion for a more definite statement is designed to provide a party with a remedy when it is served with an unintelligible pleading. Extends the time to file a motion for a more definite statement, unless the Board orders otherwise. Sometimes, disputes simmer up for months when attorneys are involved before a lawsuit is started.