Relates to electronic filing for the court of appeals

Summary

The bill authorizes the Court of Appeals to adopt rules that let parties file and serve briefs, motions, and other appellate documents electronically in both civil and criminal cases. It protects unrepresented parties and certain attorneys from being forced to use electronic filing and requires public comment before any rules are adopted. The changes are intended to modernize the filing process while preserving access to justice.

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