For all criminal filings, filers request access to the court's SharePoint filing system by an electronic form (in accordance with Rule 10.13, which makes electronic filing mandatory starting January 1st, 2023), receive an email and open the San Benito Filings link to file; the step-by-step instructions are How to File in SharePoint; filers should review the documents the Court returns after filing.
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For all criminal filings, you will need to follow the steps below to request access to the electronic filing system specific for criminal cases. We have created this system in accordance with Rule 10.13 which states, starting January 1st, 2023 all filings with the Superior Court of San Benito must be electronically filed. To understand the process for filing criminal cases please look below for instructions on how to electronically file. Important Notice Regarding Filed Documents Parties and filers are encouraged to carefully review all documents returned by the Court after filing to ensure the document is complete and accurate. If you identify any discrepancy or issue with a filed document, please contact the Court promptly for assistance. Process To start, please fill out this electronic form to receive access to the SharePoint filing system. You will then receive an email that looks like the one below. Click on the San Benito Filings title to access the SharePoint electronic filing system. You are ready to initiate your eFile. Additional Information For step by step instructions on how to file within the SharePoint system, click on the link below. How to File in SharePoint
For all criminal filings, you will need to follow the steps below to request access to the electronic filing system specific for criminal cases. We have created this system in accordance with Rule 10.13 which states, starting January 1st, 2023 all filings with the Superior Court of San Benito must be electronically filed. To understand the process for filing criminal cases please look below for in
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A 2013 standing order requiring attorneys to e-file family-law and civil documents (no paper filings accepted) as the court began compliance with the Supreme Court's e-filing mandate; criminal filing unchanged.
A 2013 standing order requiring attorneys to e-file family-law and civil documents (no paper filings accepted) as the court began compliance with the Supreme Court's e-filing mandate; criminal filing unchanged.