No, eFiling is required for most civil cases, but some case types, such as criminal and juvenile matters, may still require in-person filing.

The court accepts filings from multiple EFSPs. You can choose one from the court’s list of approved providers.

Yes, new civil cases, such as complaints and petitions, can be filed electronically.

All documents must be submitted in searchable PDF format and meet the court’s formatting guidelines.

Yes, document size limits may vary by EFSP. If your file exceeds the limit, you may need to split it into smaller parts.

The court will provide a reason for rejection. You must correct any issues and resubmit your filing.

Yes, fee waiver applications can be submitted electronically along with your filing.

Filings submitted by 11:59 PM receive the same filing date, but processing occurs during court business hours.

Yes, eService is available through most EFSPs. However, some documents may still require personal service.

No, eFiled documents are official court records, but some judges may request courtesy copies for specific filings.

Yes, proposed orders should be submitted in Microsoft Word format to allow for judicial edits.

Yes, but exhibits should be properly labeled, bookmarked, and uploaded according to court guidelines.

Contact your EFSP for technical support. If a system failure prevents filing, you may need to file an ex parte request for relief.

Some emergency filings may require direct court approval. Check with the clerk’s office before submitting urgent matters electronically.

For technical issues, contact your EFSP. For court-related inquiries, reach out to the Tulare County Superior Court Clerk’s Office.