Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Texas has a highly decentralized judicial system. Trial courts are funded at the local jurisdiction level. Only the appellate courts are funded at the state level. These are the only courts to which Texas Office of Court Administration (TOCA) provides direct support. E-filing is the trial courts has been in place for over 5 years but acceptance is at about 1/8 of the counties but represents about 70% of the state population. E-filing in the appellate courts is in development currently and will begin to deploy in 2010.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 76% - 100% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 90 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | 10 |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | X |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. American LegalNet; Inc. CaseFile XPress CourtFile America eLawServices MyFileRunner OneLegal ProDoc eFiling For the appellate courts; attorneys would e-file through an EFSP as done in the trial courts. The trial court clerk's record and the court reporter's record woul be submitted through a portal under development by our office (TOCA).
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | X |
| Please list any other information that is required. | Filer type (attorney; pro se; paralegal; etc.); Organization contact person; Filing time zone; User ID & password. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify | For the trial courts; it varies. Some counties (like Travis County) where document imaging is in place for filings received in paper; the judges have access to all filings in electronic form with the ability to print on demand. This will also be true for the appellate courts when e-filing is implemented next year. However; it is not true for all trial courts. Some courts will deliver filings in paper to judges. |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | Filers do not place sensitive data in a filing but use last 4 digits of SSN or account numbers. They use first names only or some other means of reference to minors. A separate Sensitive Data Sheet accompanies the filing to more completely provide the full information. This Sensitive Data Sheet is sealed and not made available online. Some courts choose to not place online certain family type cases at all; even if Sensitive Data Sheets are used. |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | It varies due to the decentralization of the courts in Texas. |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify | The filer can submit documents in a number of acceptable formats but the EFSP will convert it to PDF if not already converted. Thus; the e-filed documents reaching the courts are in PDF. |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify | We know XML can be used as a filing format but because it is converted to PDF by the various EFSPs prior to reaching the courts; we are not certain which XML formats are allowed. |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Very Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. The best way to allow e-filing for pro se litigants.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 100 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 100 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 100 |
| Domestic Relations | 100 |
| Traffic | 100 |
| Juvenile | 100 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Montana plans on implementing a state wide e-filing system for all court levels. The largest difficulty will be for traffic and misdemeanor cases; which are currently filed by law enforcement using a Notice to Appear or ticket
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | X |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. | unknown at this time |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | X |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | X |
| Other, please specify | All of these option are under review and are currently planned to be implemented |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 51% - 75% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 51% - 75% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. We expect all cases on appeal to include e-filed documents.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | Filing fees are paid outside the e-filing system. |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify | Paper filings are transmitted to the judges and justices; who then have access to the electronic copies through the e-filing system. |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | X |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe | N/A |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | X |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | X |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | |
| Insufficient staff | |
| Inexperienced staff | |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | |
| Concerns about security |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 51% - 75% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 50 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | X |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. WIZNET
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | filings are redacted copies only |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | Yes; but for a fee |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | X |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | X | XML | X | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Acquisition of an appropriate system that would accommodate E-filing and our current imaging system; as well as a system that would be compatible with our State database.As part of my participation in the 2009-10 CEDP program; I will be researching whether a paperless system would be successful in my jurisdiction.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify | We currently have a dual system (paper and electronid) |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Standards; Enterprise Strategy vs Local Implementations; Fee Collections; Convenience Fee Charging; Political Issues; Document Management System Proliferation; Privacy Concerns; Local Control;
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 10 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Rules Cases - 100%Electronic Record on Appeal e-filing - 10%
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | X |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | X |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | X |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Very Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Emotional attachment to paper.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 76% - 100% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 10 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 100 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 90 |
| Domestic Relations | 75 |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Water Cases = 95%Probate Cases = 95%General Jurisdiction Civil = 95%
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | X |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. LEXIS (Although we are developing our own internal system).
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | X |
| Other, please specify | Govt Users are Free |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | X |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A. None
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | X | XML | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | X | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | X |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Utilization is low in a permissive eFiling environment and therefore making it difficult to justify continued support.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Very Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Experience in our program has show tnat voluntary programs are very labor intensive and the time to see any benefit is extensive. Having Judicial intervention; (support and encouragement from Judges) has proven to show increased use and very positive results.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | X |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | filers are able to suspend their submissions and |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify | In Efilings via the courts system the official record is the Electronic Record; |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | X |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A. Subsequent service of documents in the courts Efiling system is effectuated via the system. notice of filings (confirmations) are sent out to all Consenting users and that constitues service upon them.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | System allows the user to select a |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe | Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy however a notation on the EDocket must be made indicating any paper filing. |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | Yes unless they are marked with a |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe | The filer can choose any of the above methods but subsequent recording of such must be done on the EFile record. |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Very Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Very Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. state-wide efiling is tied to state-wide adoption in 1500 local courts of new case management system; local management not pursuing local e-filing
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. | unknown |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe | Both the pleading and the evidence must be filed in hard copy. |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | X |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | X |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | X | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 50 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | 100 |
| Juvenile | 75 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. The numbers I am listing are for anticipated e-filings for statewide systems that the AOPC maintains. We are in the process of setting up e-filing for criminal and traffic and have some criminal in place - and then moving on to appellate court e-filing and then magisterial district judge courts.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify | We don't have this worked out yet - for all courts - paper is still coming in. |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A. Not yet determined.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Getting all our ducks in a row so we can have a successful project - the planning/rules etc.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 100 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 100 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 100 |
| Domestic Relations | 100 |
| Traffic | 100 |
| Juvenile | 100 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Probate - 100%Mental Health - 100%
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | X |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | X |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify | Don't know yet |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 5 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | 85 |
| Juvenile | 10 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. | no system in place |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | No syste in place |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | X |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify | No system in place |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify | The still like paper; we are moving to scan everything in; destroy the paper and send the electronic image to the judge's workflow. |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Very Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Strictly speaking from an outside of the courts e-filing: Paralysis of the staff of the rule making authority. Causes seem to be a lack of understanding of local court needs; lack of understanding of technology in general; and a general need for the Director to simply maintain status quo. I've witnessed direct orders to make something happen get stalled until there was a new Chief. The rule making authority (how's that for generics) fails to move technology issues through based on the age of the members and their need to rely on their Director and her staff for advice. Catch 22.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 51% - 75% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 70 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 70 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 95 |
| Domestic Relations | 60 |
| Traffic | 95 |
| Juvenile | 70 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Orders of Protection 99% This is a subset of Domestic Relations; however; we have been implementing by processes instead of case type within the court system.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed. Currently all e-filings are within the court system and not accepted from attorneys and pro ses outside of the system.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. | email address |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | X |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify | Judge specific as to what they receive |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | Rules dictate what may be included in filings; only those known violations would be redacted. Proprietary information filed would not be made public; provided it is properly labeled as such. |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe | Evidence is filed in court during trial. Images of the evidence would be filed with the record but the real objects themselves would be retained by the clerk if admitted during the trial. Only images of admitted evidence would be accepted. |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | Illinois Supreme Court Policy prohibits public access to electronic records; regardless of the record became to be electronic. |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | X | XML | X | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | X | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | X |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Very Significant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. We only offer e-mail filings; but I believe the State offers on-line e-filings to county and district courts. Municipal Courts are excluded; and I don't know if we can implement our own on-line system.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 76% - 100% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | 25 |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. E-mail
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | X |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | not charged |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | do not use |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. | X |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Very Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. To my knowledge there are no local companies that offer a software capable of e-filing. The Indiana State Court Administration (JTAC) is working on implementing e-filing and a couple of counties are presently using some sort of e-filing. See: http://www.in.gov/judiciary/jtac/
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. SD UJS needs to upgrade our case management system before we can implement e-filing. We are currently interviewing court off-the-shelf vendors to determine which company best meets the business needs for the South Dakota court system
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 26% - 50% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. South Dakota is moving towards e-filing but it has not yet been implemented
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Very Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 76% - 100% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 75 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 50 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 25 |
| Domestic Relations | 20 |
| Traffic | 50 |
| Juvenile | 75 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. The above percentages are pure guesses.I anticipate that the numbers will be highest in criminal and juvenile because our State Attorney has already begun the use of paperless files in their office.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. We have nothing established yet.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | Don't know yet |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | Don't know yet |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | X |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | X | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify | Don't know |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. | X |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. There is to be a state wide portal. Ask Tom Clarke re details.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Very Significant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Waiting for completion of statewide Case Management System to allow true e-filing all the way into our CMS and DMS.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 90 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 100 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | 5 |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | 1 |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Probate e-filing is just starting now; but only between the Court and agency filers (e.g; County). Probably less than 10% of all Probate filings.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed... BUT; moving to an EFSP in the Civil areas within a year (which will also change the funding model in a previous question).
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. The full implementation of electronic filing requires integration with downstream court processing such as docketing and the signing of orders by judges. This involves the reengineering of court processes; modifications to court rules and integration with the court's case processing system.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Civil - Cases not over $15;000 - 54%
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | X |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | X |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | X |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | Yes. Via public access workstations in the courthouses. |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | X | XML | X | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify | RTF |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | X |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Insignificant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | X |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Administrative aspects and potentail rules changes are a big factor
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | X |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | X |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 76% - 100% |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. 100% Probate and Guardianship
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | X |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. American Legal Net at http://broward.efilingportal.comProDoc at https://efileflorida.prodoc.com/Default.aspx
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | X |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | X |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | X |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | X |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | X |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | X |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | X |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | X |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify | Global XML |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. | X |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Neutral |
| Insufficient staff | Insignificant |
| Inexperienced staff | Insignificant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Significant |
| Concerns about security | Very Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Juvenile court matters are highly confidential and are protected by several State laws. There is great concern of whether an e-filing system may increase the likelihood that these matters could be compromised. Also; our court deals with several state-run agenices that must submit reports on a regular basis and we are doubtful that these agenices would have the funds and/or the computer literate personnel needed to make e-filing successful.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 26% - 50% |
| Other | 51% - 75% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | 5 |
| Juvenile | 95 |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed. Actually; the Clerk of Court's office will be in charge of designing and implementing our e-filing system.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | X |
| Please list any other information that is required. | Since we aren't e-filing yet; I really don't know. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | X |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | Not sure. |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify | State legislation was recently passed stating the electronic forms of records can be recognized as the |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | X |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | Not sure how Clerk of Court will handle. Now; once a document is filed it becomes a permanent part of the record and if a correction must be made an amended document is also filed into the record. |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe | All juvenil proceedings are confidental and no need to file a motion to seal. |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | X |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Very Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Significant |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A. Court does not have an IT staff to support efilings directly to the Court and the Clerk of Court in our area that does have appropriate staff is not on board.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | X |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Insignificant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Very Significant |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | 76% - 100% |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | 0% - 25% |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | 0% - 25% |
| Other | 0% - 25% |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | 18 |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | 20 |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | 18 |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A. Probate/Guardianship 14%; Paternity Adoption 7%
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A. Internally Developed. No outside vendors used and No filing by e-mail
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | X |
| Phone number | X |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | X |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. | An individual can register to efile we require proof of identity |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify | If a fee is required (Efiling is free) the party is directed as part of the e-filing process to pay the fees using ACH; Visa or Mastercard. |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify | Electronic but we still have paper files per our Judges request. |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | X |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | X |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify | Our Document templates are not reviewed any non template e-filing is reviewed |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | X |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | X | X |
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | X | |
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. | X |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A. At the time of e-filing a party with agreement from the other side can electronically serve the other parties via an automatic email notification.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify | Filers submit a document with a confidential/sealed cover sheet those documents are accepted and available to the judge and attorneys of records. If they need to file a redacted copy they can also do that and it would be a public document. They are not required to submit both. |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | X |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | X |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify | Yes; with a subscription or by purchasing a copy of the document |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe | If the document is sealed by court rule; it will automatically be sealed upon filing no matter the method of filing; if an order is requred the document will be sealed when the order is signed and filed no matter how it was filed |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| X | TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | X |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify | Niem /JXDD naming conventions |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | X |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Very Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Significant |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Insignificant |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |
Q. If your court uses any other methods for service of process or notification in your e-filing environment, please describe them below.
A.
Q. Please describe how redactions are handled in your e-filing system.
| Filers must submit both an unredacted and a redacted copy. The former is used for court proceedings and the latter is made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is marked as private; and thus not made public. | |
| Filers submit an unredacted copy which is made public. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how non-electronic evidence is handled. (Please check all that apply.)
| Any evidence, whether documents or real objects, can be scanned, and the resulting electronic images can be submitted electronically with the pleading. | |
| An image of the evidence can be filed in hard copy, but the pleading can still be filed electronically. | |
| Both the pleading and the evidence can be filed in hard copy. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. Are electronically filed documents available online for the public to view?
| Yes. | |
| Not currently; but there are plans to make them available. | |
| Not currently; and there are no plans to make them available. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What happens to documents to be filed under seal?
| Both a motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted electronically. | |
| The motion to file under seal must be submitted electronically, but the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| Both the motion to file under seal and the filing must be submitted in hard copy. | |
| The filer can choose any of the above methods. | |
| Other, please describe |
Q. What document types and/or formats are accepted for e-filing? (Please check all that apply.)
| TIFF | XML | Microsoft Word | Corel WordPerfect | Other, please specify |
Q. Please indicate whether you support any of the following XML-based e-filing standards. (Please check all that apply.)
| None | |
| LegalXML 1.x | |
| ECF 3.x | |
| ECF 4.0 | |
| 2GEFS | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Which of the following best describes your current usage of e-filing?
| We began offering e-filing more than two years ago. | |
| We began offering e-filing within the past two years. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing within the next year. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than one year from now; but within two years from now. | |
| We plan to begin offering e-filing more than two years from now. | |
| We do not offer e-filing and have no plans to do so. | X |
Q. Please indicate the extent to which the following factors have been a significant impediment to the implementation of an e-filing system.
| Insufficient funding | Significant |
| Insufficient staff | Neutral |
| Inexperienced staff | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from judges | Neutral |
| Lack of buy-in from attorneys or other filers | Neutral |
| Concerns about security | Neutral |
Q. Please list any other factors that have impeded the implementation of an e-filing system in your state or court.
A.
Q. Please identify the sources of funding for your e-filing system and estimate how much (in percentage terms) each source contributes to the system.
| Court or government fees | |
| Free for the courts - Vendor collects fees | |
| Free (taxpayer supported) | |
| Other |
Q. Please indicate the percentage of filings in each case type that are e-filed? For case types in which e-filing is not allowed, please enter zero.
| Criminal | |
| Complex civil litigation (e.g. mass tort) | |
| Simple civil litigation (e.g. small claims) | |
| Domestic Relations | |
| Traffic | |
| Juvenile |
Q. Please list any other case types not shown above and indicate the percentage of filings that are e-filed.
A.
Q. Which of the following most closely describes how attorneys or other filers submit their documents to the courts?
| File through a single approved e-filing service provider (EFSP). | |
| File through one of multiple approved EFSPs. | |
| File directly with the court using the court's e-filing system. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please list all EFSPs that are approved to file documents in your court. If your court uses an internally developed system, please write "Internally Developed;" please also indicate if any outside vendor participated in designing the system. If your court takes submissions via e-mail, please write "E-mail" in the space below.
A.
Q. Besides name and e-mail address, what other pieces of information are required for establishing an e-filing account? (Please check all that apply.)
| Mailing address | |
| Phone number | |
| Bar number (for attorneys) | |
| Law firm name (for attorneys) | |
| Credit card number | |
| Fax number | |
| Please list any other information that is required. |
Q. Please describe how filers pay for filings in your court. (Please check all that apply.)
| Filers pay with a credit or debit card every time they make a filing. | |
| Filers have an account with the court or e-filing vendor that is depleted each time a filing is made. | |
| Filers are billed for each filing and invoiced on a regular basis. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. What is the medium for the official record in your court?
| Paper | |
| Electronic | |
| Either; depending on the case | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (CMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a CMS |
Q. Is your e-filing system integrated with your case management system (DMS)?
| Yes | |
| No | |
| We do not have a DMS |
Q. How can cases be initiated? (Please check all that apply.)
| A hard copy of the initial filing is delivered to the courthouse. | |
| A copy of the initial filing can be e-filed. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe the clerk review function as it pertains to e-filings.
| All filings are reviewed. | |
| Only certain types of filings are reviewed. | |
| No filings are reviewed. Any problems with filings are dealt with if they arise. | |
| The EFSP performs the review function. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Once your court receives filings, how are they transmitted to the judge?
| Filings are transmitted to the judge in the same medium that they were received; if the filings come in paper the judge receives them in paper; and the same for electronic filings. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge electronically; paper filings are scanned before being delivered to the judge. | |
| All filings are delivered to the judge in paper; electronic filings are printed before being delivered to the judge. | |
| Other, please specify |
Q. Please describe how service of process or notification is made in your e-filing environment. (Please check all that apply.)
| Initial Case Filing | Subsequent Filings | |
| Service of process can occur through U.S. mail or commercial courier (e.g. FedEx or UPS). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through e-mail. | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through a process server (private, government, or law enforcement). | ||
| Service of process can be transmitted through an EFSP, which facilitates service through one of the aforementioned methods. |