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Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) QUESTION #5682
Question 1
In a non-jury trial, the court finds for the plaintiff but fails to state findings of fact and conclusions of law. Is this a violation of the rules?
  • No, findings are only required if a party requests them.
  • Yes, Rule 52(a)(1) requires the court to find the facts specially and state its conclusions of law separately in an action tried on the facts without a jury.✔️
  • No, because the judgment itself is sufficient.
  • Yes, but only if the case involves more than $75,000.
Correct Answer Explanation
Rule 52(a)(1) explicitly requires findings of fact and conclusions of law in non-jury trials.