Skip to main content

You are here

FAQs: CM_ECF

  • I received an email notification that does not provide a hyperlink to the document number. Is this an error?

    No. If there is no pdf for the order. This is sometimes called an "electronic order" or "endorsed order".  The entry (docket text) is the order.

  • I represent multiple parties in a case. How do I select them from the Pick Filer list?
    If all of the parties are listed together you can left click(pc) or command key (mac) to select the name of the first person, continue to hold the left mouse down, then scroll and select all other parties. You can also left click(pc) or command key(mac) to select the name of the first person, hold the shift key and left click(pc) or command key(mac) to select the name of the last person. This will select all parties between the two (2) names.
     
    If the parties are not listed together you can left click(pc) or command key(mac) to select the name of the first person, hold the control key, and continue to left click(pc) or command key (mac) to select the other party names. Once all parties have been selected, you can release the control key.
  • I scanned a pdf and filed it in ecf and I do not see the pdf header, how do I correct this?
    Check the pdf properties, if the page size is not set to 8.5 x 11.0, the pdf header will not display.
    Open pdf in adobe - select - file - print - select adobe printer  - save file.
    Contact the clerks office to replace the pdf in ecf.
     
  • I scanned a pdf and filed it in ecf and now I get an "Out of Memory error" message, how do I correct this?

    ***Check for updates to your scanner software, this may prevent the error from occurring in the future***

    To update previously filed pdfs:

    -  Reprint the pdf using these instructions.

    -If reprinting the pdf to pdf does not work, try rescanning the document using a different software package to create the PDF.  
    If the pdf was originally created using a word processor, all you need to do is print to pdf.  

    -If reprinting and scanning does not work, try performing a OCR/Text Recognition on the pdf. 

  • I sometimes get a white screen when I click on a pdf in ecf, how can that be corrected?

    Make sure you have "Include headers when displaying PDF documents" checked on the docket sheet screen.

  • I want to receive emails on a case where I represent a party, how do I add my email address to the case?

     

    During the first electronic filing an attorney makes after receiving a login and password, ECF may note that it does not have a link between the filing attorney and the filing party. ECF will, at this point, allow counsel to make the link.
    Making a link between counsel and a party to a case will add counsel’s name and address to the front of the docket sheet.
     
    NOTE: Some events will not give counsel the option of linking themselves to a party. In these instances, you must file a Notice of Appearance. The filing of a notice of Appearance will not only link your name to specific parties but will add your appearance to the docket sheet enabling you to receive e-mails when electronicfilings are made, either by the Court or counsel
  • If an attorney who is on a case is no longer with our firm, how can we remove the attorney from the case?

    Please refer to local rule 1.4.

  • If CM/ECF is down and I cannot file something that is time sensitive, is there a provision for delayed filings?

    Please refer to Administrative Order 97-12,  section 10.

  • Is ECF filing mandatory?

    Yes, as of August 2, 2004, electronic case filing is mandatory for all civil cases other than pro se cases and for all criminal cases.

  • Is PDF/A a requirement for CMECF Filing?

    PDF/A is not mandatory for CMECF filing.  Please consult our Judges Individual Rules. 

  • My attorney was admitted pro hac vice in a matter, however the attorney does not appear to be included in notices. How can I resolve this?

    Please have the attorney file a Notice of Appearance using their ecf login and password.

  • The complaint that I filed was signed by multiple attorneys, however it only added my name. How do I go about adding the other attorneys to the case?

    Associating the Filing Attorney with the Filing Party Once you have identified the party filing the case-initiating document, you must identify the attorney who represents that party. However, your options are limited.
    At case opening, the system allows only the attorney whose Central Sign On account is being used to file the case-initiating document to be associated with the case.
    Once the case-initiating document is filed, additional attorneys who wish to appear on the docket as counsel of record may file a “Notice of Appearance” after the judge assignment has been completed by the Clerk’s Office.

  • What browsers and versions work with NextGen CMECF?

    Current versions of Mozilla Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer, or Safari

  • What are the appropriate settings for my scanner when preparing a document for filing on CM/ECF?

    Scanned documents filed via CM/ECF must meet NARA Acceptable Image Quality Specifications:

    Scanned images of textual records transferred to NARA must meet the following minimum requirements for scanning resolution and pixel (bit) depth to support archival preservation and continued use.

    Bitonal (1-bit) scanned at 300-600 ppi.
    This is appropriate for documents that consist exclusively of clean printed type possessing high inherent contrast (e.g., laser printed or typeset on a white background). Scanning at 600 ppi is recommended.
     
    Gray scale (8-bit) scanned at 300-400 ppi.
    This is appropriate for textual documents of poor legibility because of low inherent  contrast, staining or fading (e.g., carbon copies, thermofax, or documents with handwritten annotations or other markings), or that contain halftone illustrations or
    photographs. Scanning at 400 ppi is recommended.
     
    Color (24-bit RGB [Red, Green, Blue]) scanned at 300-400 ppi.
    Color mode (if technically available) is appropriate for text containing color information important to interpretation or content. Scanning at 400 ppi is recommended.

    If your document was created using a word processor, then it should be printed to pdf. Do not print, scan and pdf your document. Your ecf login and password is your signature. Please refer to page 4 of the ecf user guide for more information. 

  • What does this error message mean? ERROR: The document you are attempting to file with the court does not conform to Standards and/or may contain code....?
    Reprint the pdf using these instructions.

Pages

Error | Eastern District of New York

Error

The website encountered an unexpected error. Please try again later.