Rules and Laws for Civil Actions: 2026

This handy reference book designed for law students contains key statutes and rules for courses such as Civil Procedure, Federal Courts, and Evidence. It includes the United States Constitution, complete versions of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Federal Rules of Evidence, and Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure, as well as federal statutes relating to courts and their jurisdiction and selected state statutes. This book has been designed to maximize readability and ease of use. In addition to this physical copy, digital copies in a variety of formats are available for free at https://pressbooks.uiowa.edu/civil-procedure-rules/. The 2026 edition contains changes to the Federal Rules that are expected to take effect in December 2025.Note that the pagination in the paperback and hardcover versions is different due to differences in the format. Read more