How Secure is CM/ECF?
CM/ECF has many security features and has passed a security evaluation with the National Security Agency. Users should, however, take precautions to protect their passwords. Once you are registered for an ECF account you should contact the PACER service center immediately if you learn your password has been compromised.
CM/ECF has many security features and has passed an evaluation by the National Security Agency. Access to the system is through a court issued login and password. • Do I have to have a scanner? No. The actual document you submit as a PDF is usually generated using a word processor or bankruptcy case preparation software. Generally, if you produce documents on a personal computer and print them on a printer, you can produce PDF version of these documents without a scanner. If attachments, exhibits or other items exist only on paper, you will need to scan them to submit electronically as a PDF. Low-volume scanners are inexpensive, some costing less than $100. • How do parties sign documents? The Local Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure will specify the requirements for electronic filing, including signature requirements. The Local Rules may be modified in the future to reflect changes in the signature requirements. As of January 30, 2002, however, the general answer is… It all depends. Atto
