EFiling Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

The following are frequently asked questions that our Court and others have experienced while implementing EFiling.  If you have any other questions, please E-mail the Court and we'll try to answer your questions in a timely manner.

Questions:

1

Under the newly expanded CM/ECF system, are EAJA applications still E-mailed?

2

Are Notices of Appeal filed electronically through CM/ECF?

3

Are Petitions for Extraordinary Relief filed electronically through CM/ECF?

4

Must I register before I can file through CM/ECF?  

5

How will I register to be a filer?

6

Will CM/ECF be mandatory for CAVC?

7

Will there be any additional fees or charges to register for or to use CM/ECF?

8

How long will it take to register for CM/ECF?

9

What is a Notice of Docket Activity?

10

Is "/s/" ALONE acceptable for electronic filings?

11

What equipment and software will I need for filing in CM/ECF?

12

Will there be any special training or bar membership requirements in order to register and file in CM/ECF?

13

When will the CM/CF system be available?

14

What help will be available for CM/ECF and its usage?

15

Will there be a list of events and categories available?

16

Will I need to send the clerk a paper copy of a document filed through CM/ECF?

17

How do I start receiving E-mail notices from CM/ECF?

18

What is CM/ECF?

19

Why Electronic Case Files?

20

What are the benefits and features of using CM/ECF?

21

Who developed CM/ECF?

22

 How do I get Help?
 

 



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