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 West Virginia, electronic filing (e-filing) is a system that allows attorneys and self-represented litigants to file legal documents with courts electronically. The West Virginia Judiciary offers an e-filing system for the Supreme Court of Appeals and has been expanding e-filing to circuit courts in various counties. The system is designed to increase efficiency, reduce paper use, and provide easier access to court records. Users must register for an account to use the e-filing system, and once registered, they can submit documents online for cases where e-filing is available. The state's rules and procedures for e-filing are outlined in the West Virginia Rules of Electronic Filing, which provide guidance on how to file documents, technical requirements, and other relevant information. It's important to note that while e-filing is becoming more prevalent, not all courts or types of cases may accept electronic submissions, and traditional paper filing may still be required in some instances.