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Report by Magistrate Judge. In habeas cases that are not

C.D. Cal. L.R. 72-3.3

summarily dismissed, and in all other matters covered by F.R.Civ.P. 72(b) that the Magistrate Judge determines can be resolved without trial, the Magistrate Judge shall file a report which may contain proposed findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendations for disposition. If the Magistrate Judge concludes that a trial by a District Judge is required, the Magistrate Judge shall so report to the District Judge.
Official source: https://www.cacd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2026-June-LRs-Chap-1.pdf · retrieved 2026-07-23