Scope; Definition of “BAP”; Sending Documents Electronically

U.S Code last checked for updates: Feb 21, 2025

Rule 8001.

(a)

Scope.

These Part VIII rules govern the procedure in a United States district court and in a bankruptcy appellate panel on appeal from a bankruptcy court’s judgment, order, or decree. They also govern certain procedures on appeal to a United States court of appeals under 28 U.S.C. § 158(d).

(b)

Definition of “BAP.”

“BAP” means a bankruptcy appellate panel established by a circuit judicial council and authorized to hear appeals from a bankruptcy court under 28 U.S.C. § 158.

(c)

Requirement to Send Documents Electronically.

Under these Part VIII rules, a document must be sent electronically, unless:

(1)

it is sent by or to an individual who is not represented by counsel; or

(2)

the court’s local rules permit or require mailing or delivery by other means.

(Added Apr. 25, 2014, eff. Dec. 1, 2014; amended Apr. 2, 2024, eff. Dec. 1, 2024.)