Why are filings rejected by the Clerks office?
A common reason that eFilings are rejected (“Alert” status) is due to the filer submitting multiple lead documents with the filing. While you can attach an unlimited number of attachments (exhibits, briefs, etc.) you can only attach one lead document per filing. A lead document is the document that is being filed with the court. Another common reason for a filing being rejected is due to the filer selecting the wrong document filing type, and not giving the Clerk the option to change it. When you register with the state eFiling system, you can elect to allow the Clerk to change the filing type, if necessary (in case you make a mistake and choose the wrong one). By leaving that option selected you can avoid this common reason for rejected filings. Here is how to check if you have given the Clerks’ offices that option. And, of course, entering the incorrect case number or entering it in an incorrect format.
The number one reason that filings are rejected by the Clerk’s offices is due to filers submitting orders without orders or a cover letter attached as the lead document. Read more about eFiling orders. The second most common reason that eFilings are rejected (“Alert” status) is due to the filer submitting multiple lead documents with the filing. While you can attach an unlimited number of attachments (exhibits, briefs, etc.) you can only attach one lead document per filing. A lead document is the document that is being filed with the court. For more information about this requirement, read section 4.5 of the local Rules Governing eFiling. Another common reason for a filing being rejected is due to the filer selecting the wrong document filing type, and not giving the Clerk the option to change it. When you register with the state eFiling system, you can elect to allow the Clerk to change the filing type, if necessary (in case you make a mistake and choose the wrong one). By leaving tha
