Electronic filing (e-filing) is the process of filing legal documents with courts and other government and nongovernment entities (arbitration administrators) electronically—often through a website—rather than mailing or delivering paper copies of the documents to be filed.
In North Carolina, electronic filing (e-filing) is a system that allows attorneys and, in some cases, self-represented parties to file legal documents with courts electronically. The North Carolina Judicial Branch provides an online platform known as the North Carolina Electronic Filing (eFiling) system, which is used for the submission of court documents in participating counties. The system is designed to increase efficiency, reduce paper use, and provide easier access to the courts. While e-filing is becoming more prevalent, it may not be available in all jurisdictions or for all types of cases within North Carolina. Users typically need to register for an account on the e-filing system and may be subject to certain fees for filing documents electronically. It is important for filers to check with the specific court where they intend to file to understand the local rules and requirements for e-filing.