San Bernardino Superior Court Implements Mandatory eFiling for Civil Cases

Effective September 2, 2025, the San Bernardino Superior Court will require electronic filing (eFiling) for all documents submitted by attorneys in civil case types.

Self-represented litigants are exempt from the mandatory eFiling and electronic service requirements but are encouraged to participate voluntarily.

Parties seeking exemption from mandatory eFiling may submit Judicial Council form EFS-007, Request for Exemption from Mandatory Electronic Filing and Service, along with form EFS-008, Order of Exemption, stating facts under penalty of perjury to support their request.

Certain documents may be ineligible for electronic submission as outlined in the Civil Ineligible List section on the court’s website. To participate in eFiling, attorneys or self-represented litigants must select a certified Electronic Filing Service Provider (EFSP) available through the court’s website.

For a complete list of requirements, provider options, and frequently asked questions, please visit the Courts eFiling webpage. Additional details and rules can be found in General Order 24-030.

For more information, join the virtual town hall on August 27, 2025 12:15 PM- 12:45 PM (PT). Please register in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

You can view the full notice here.