Douglas v. Collins
2:24-cv-00421
D. Nev.Mar 25, 2024Background
- Matthew Douglas (Plaintiff) filed a case in the U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, against Stacey Collins and others (Defendants).
- Plaintiff failed to update his address as required by local rules and previous court orders.
- A court letter sent to Plaintiff was returned as undeliverable, indicating Plaintiff had escaped from prison.
- The Court specifically ordered Plaintiff to provide a current address by March 22, 2024, and warned that failure to comply could result in dismissal.
- Plaintiff did not comply with the Court’s order to update his address and remains unreachable.
Issues
| Issue | Plaintiff's Argument | Defendant's Argument | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dismissal for failure to update address | No argument raised (Plaintiff did not respond) | No argument needed | Case dismissed without prejudice |
Key Cases Cited
- Carey v. King, 856 F.2d 1439 (9th Cir. 1988) (party has the burden to keep the court apprised of address changes)
- In re Hammer, 940 F.2d 524 (9th Cir. 1991) (court's ability to impose sanctions for failure to update address)