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Sealed Document(s)

Updated 11/15/2020

In General

After entry of an order granting the motion to seal, file the subject document.  A docket entry and notice of electronic filing will be created but the document will not be accessible for viewing by the public in PACER. When filing, make sure to provide an adequate description of the document in the text of the docket entry, e.g., “Declaration of Jane Doe in Support of Motion to Obtain Financing” or “Aircraft Lease: N473PA.”

Review Local Bankruptcy Rule 9018-1 and procedure on Filing Sealed and Redacted Documents. 

References

11 U.S.C. § 107; FRBP 9018; LBR 9018-1

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Select Bankruptcy or Adversary > Miscellaneous Documents.
  • Enter Case Number.
  • Select Seal Document(s).
  • Skip the Joint Filing screen.
  • Select Party filer.
  • A message displays:

This event will create an entry on the public docket but the PDF of the document will be restricted and may only be viewed by the court.

  • Click Browse/Choose File and upload PDF.
  • In the Document Title(s) field, enter adequate description of the document filed under seal.
  • Relate to motion to seal and any other pertinent docket entries, e.g. the motion being supported by the confidential information.
  • Verify final docket text. Click Next to complete the filing.
  • The Notice of Electronic Filing displays. This is the verification that the document has been electronically filed.