How to Fax a Court
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When a court tells you to fax something
Many courts have moved to e-filing, but fax has not disappeared from the courthouse. Clerks still ask for documents by fax, some out-of-state courts still accept filings that way, and programs connected to the court often run on fax. If a clerk or a notice told you to fax something, you are in the right place. You do not need a fax machine and you do not need a subscription. You can send it from your phone right now.
What people fax to courts
- Documents the clerk's office asked for by fax.
- Courtesy copies to a judge's chambers where local rules allow them.
- Filings to out-of-state courts that still accept fax.
- Paperwork for probation, pretrial services, or a court program.
Check with the clerk first
Court rules vary. Many courts require e-filing and some do not accept faxed filings at all. Before you send, confirm with the clerk's office that fax is accepted for your document, and use the fax number they give you or the one printed on your notice.
How it works
Take a photo of your documents with your phone camera, or upload from your camera roll.
Add a cover page with your case details. Fill out one quick form and we take care of the layout and details.
Preview every page. Retake a photo or adjust pages before anything goes out.
Enter the fax number from your notice or the clerk's office. We check that the line is valid.
Pay $2.99 and send. If your fax is not delivered, you are not charged.
Why ProntoFax
- Flat $2.99 per delivered fax, no subscription
- No account or sign-up required
- We validate the fax line before you pay
- No charge if your fax does not go through
- Email receipt with a copy of exactly what was sent
- Works in English and Spanish
Questions about faxing a court
Can I fax documents to a court from my phone?
Yes. ProntoFax turns your photos or files into a real fax and delivers it over the phone network, the same way a fax machine would. The court receives a normal fax.
What fax number should I use?
Use the number the clerk's office gives you or the one printed on your court notice. Court fax numbers vary by court and by department, so the one from your own paperwork or your own clerk is the right one.
Will the court accept a faxed filing?
It depends on the court. Many courts require e-filing for formal filings, and some accept fax only for certain documents. The clerk's office can tell you what is accepted for your case. When a clerk asks you to fax something, you are on solid ground.
Do I need an account?
No. There is nothing to sign up for. You pay $2.99 for the fax you send, and that is it.
What happens if my fax fails?
Your card is only charged after your fax is delivered. If it does not go through, the payment is released and you can try again.
How do I prove what I sent?
Once your fax is delivered, we email you a receipt with a copy of exactly what was sent, so you have a record of what went out and when.
How many pages can I send?
Up to 25 pages per fax, including the cover page.