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 Utah, electronic filing (e-filing) is a standard practice for submitting legal documents to courts. The Utah State Courts offer an e-filing system that allows attorneys and self-represented parties to file court documents online. This system is accessible through the Utah State Courts' website and requires users to register for an account. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys in all civil cases, including domestic and probate matters, as well as in criminal cases in the district courts. Self-represented parties may also use the e-filing system but are not required to do so. The system is designed to increase efficiency, reduce paper use, and provide a more convenient filing option for users. It is important to note that specific rules and procedures for e-filing may vary by court and case type, and users must comply with the technical requirements and filing deadlines established by the Utah State Courts.