A) Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure - There are procedural rules that apply in every bankruptcy case filed in the United States. These rules are called "Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (F.R.B.P.)." The Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure are not available for viewing or purchase from the clerk's office. However, they may be purchased from legal bookstores and may be viewed at law libraries and online.

B) Interim Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure - In some years, Interim Rules are promulgated and made effective in the midst of a calendar year. These rules still apply in all bankruptcy cases.