A courtesy copy is a paper copy of a document that has been electronically filed with the court. It is provided to the judge as a convenience, allowing them to review the document even if they don’t have immediate access to the electronic version.<\/p>\n
Local Rules:<\/strong> Each court has its own local rules that specify when courtesy copies are required. Generally, they are needed for documents that require judicial review, action, or signature. This can include:<\/p>\n Complex or Lengthy Documents:<\/strong> Some courts require courtesy copies for documents exceeding a certain page limit (e.g., 26 pages in Los Angeles Superior Court) or those with exhibits and attachments.<\/p>\n Delivery Deadline:<\/strong> Courtesy copies must typically be delivered by a specific time on the day following electronic filing (e.g., 1:30 PM in San Francisco Superior Court). Deadlines may differ for time-sensitive matters.<\/p>\n Delivery Method:<\/strong> You can deliver courtesy copies in person, by mail, or through a third-party service. Some courts may have specific preferences or restrictions on delivery methods.<\/p>\n\n
How to Deliver Courtesy Copies:<\/h2>\n
Request Courtesy Copy Delivery in a Filing<\/h4>\n