(See 28 U.S.C. §§ 1914, 1920, 2412,1828; Fed. R. Civ. P. 54(d))
(a) Not all trial expenses are taxable as costs. Only those items authorized by
law may be taxed as costs. Costs shall be taxed in accordance with Fed. R.
Civ. P. 54(d) and 28 U.S.C. § 1920.
(b) Fed. R. Civ. P. 54(d)(1) provides that costs (other than attorney’s fees)
should be allowed to the prevailing party, unless a federal statute, rule, or
court order otherwise directs. Rule 54(d)(1) further provides that such costs
may be taxed by the Clerk of Court “on 14 days’ notice.” Opposing counsel
will be allowed 14 days (from the date notice is given by the Clerk) in which
to file any objections. If no objections are filed within the 14-day period, the
Clerk of Court will tax the appropriate costs. If objections are timely filed,
the matter will be reviewed and resolved by the presiding judge. A Bill of
Costs form is available on the Court’s website.
(c) Unless separately authorized by federal statute, a request for costs must be
filed no later than 30 days after the entry of judgment. Untimely requests
shall be stricken by the Court.
(d) Fees and costs allowable under the Pro Bono Program are governed by
SDIL-LR 83.13-83.14.
