§ Form 22 Allegation of Reason for Omitting Party

Form 22. Allegation of Reason for Omitting Party

    When it is necessary, under Rule 19(c), for the pleader to set forth in his pleading the names of persons who ought to be made parties, but who are not so made, there should be an allegation such as the one set out below:

    John Doe named in this complaint is not made a party to this action (because he is not subject to the jurisdiction of this court) or (for reasons stated).

    STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA,                              )

                                                                            )            In District Court

    County of _______.                                            )             _______ Judicial District

    A. B.,                                                               )            CIVIL ACTION FILE

                                                Plaintiff                 )              NO. _______

                                     vs.                                  )              SUGGESTION OF DEATH

    C. D.,                                                              )              UPON THE RECORD

                                                 Defendant           )             UNDER RULE 25(a)(1)

    A.B. (describe as a party, or as executor, administrator, or other representative of successor of C.D., the deceased party) suggests upon the record, pursuant to Rule 25(a)(1), the death of C.D. (describe as party) during the pendency of this action.