S.D. Ill. SDIL-LR 54.2

(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.