Beginning in July 2003 all new cases filed in the United States District Court of South Dakota will be placed in the Court's new Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system.
The new system provides "24/7" realtime Internet access to docket sheets and court documents.
A key feature of the CM/ECF System is that it accepts documents filed electronically over the Internet. While it is not necessary that documents be filed electronically to have them entered into the CM/ECF system, electronic filing is strongly encouraged by the Court. The Electronic Case Files (ECF) portion of this new system will be available in January, 2004.
Features:
| 24-hour access to case file documents over the Internet |
| Ability to file pleadings electronically with the court |
| Automatic email notice of case activity |
| Ability to download and print documents directly from the court system |
| Concurrent access to case files by multiple parties |
| Savings in time and expenditures for attorneys |
| Expanded search and reporting capabilities |
| Easy to use -- based on Standard Internet browser |
| No waiting in line or unavailable files at the courthouse |
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| Benefits: |
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| Replaces aging electronic docketing and case management systems in all federal courts by 2005 |
| Is being used enthusiastically by attorneys in pilot courts nationwide |
| No delays or added expenses associated with mail or courier services |
| Speeds delivery and allows easier tracking of case activity |
| Reduces physical storage space needs and document processing times |
| Low start-up costs -- uses Internet standard software and established "PDF" format |
| Secure and reliable |
| Court dockets are immediately updated and available |
For more information or training please contact the Clerk's Office at (605) 330-6600.
An account is required for access.
An access fee of $0.08 per page will be assessed to your account. If you do not already have an account, you may register online at the Pacer Service Center web site located at http://pacer.psc.uscourts.gov
or call (800) 676-6856 |
