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Motion to Seal
Document(s)
Last Updated: April 1, 2013
A
motion to seal individual documents may be filed electronically
using the Motion to Seal event. Please note that the
Motion to Seal and attached documents will NOT be restricted. If
the motion is granted, the documents that the filer wants to file
under seal may then be filed electronically. (See Sealed Document below).
Documents can be sealed only by motion and subsequent
order of the court. Documents filed under seal are not available
for review by the public. An
NEF email is sent to all parties in the case, but the document
may only be viewed by those who have access to the document referenced.
Filing
Requirements:
Motion to Seal
Log
into CM/ECF. Select
[Bankruptcy > Motions/Applications]
or [Adversary> Motions]. Enter
the case number (e.g., xx-xxxxx). Select [Seal]
from the event list. Select the party
filer. If the party is not listed, click on .
Note: The may appear. If your party selection
was correct, check the box to create an association. to select the
Motion (PDF file).
Note: Supporting documents may be added as
to this document. Modify docket text
if appropriate. Verify
the final docket text; if correct, click [Next]
to submit your document(s).
Note: The displays, giving you the document number. Copies
of this notice are immediately emailed to all participants
who receive electronic notification in the case. Submit proposed order.
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Sealed
Document
Log
into CM/ECF. Select
[Bankruptcy > Misc/Other]. Enter
the case number (e.g., xx-xxxxx). Select [Sealed
Document] from the event list. Select the party
filer. If the party is not listed, click on .
Note: The may appear. If your party selection
was correct, check the box to create an association. to select the
document (PDF file).
Note: Supporting documents may be added as
to this document. Modify docket text
if appropriate. Following notification:
"This entry and document
and any attachments will be sealed. The entry will only appear
on the docket report for authorized court staff."
Click [Next]. Verify
the final docket text; if correct, click [Next]
to submit your document(s).
Note: The displays, giving you the document number. Copies
of this notice are immediately emailed to all participants
who receive electronic notification in the case.
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