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May 1, 2024: eFilers only need to file one redaction certification form in each case. eFilers must file a redaction certification form one time to certify all personal information and identifiers, listed in Order M274-21, has been removed. To file your redaction certification form, use the drop-down menu in the eFiling system to select “Redaction Certification Form.” If a redacted version of a brief or motion is filed, an unredacted copy must be filed as well.
Please ensure that "dcappeals.gov" is marked as a "trusted sender" in your email account so that you will receive important notifications from the court.
Beginning August 1, 2025 (See Order M-274-21), filers must remove information from briefs in Bar Governance (BG) and SP (Certified Question of Law) cases. In addition, redacting requirements apply not only to motions but also oppositions to motions, replies to motions, and other pleadings responding to motions in case types open by the court in order M-274-21.
Beginning June 1, 2023 (See Order M274-21), filers must remove personal information from briefs in certain criminal cases:
- Criminal Felony
- Criminal Misdemeanor
- Criminal Traffic
- Criminal Other
Beginning August 1, 2021 (see Order M274-21 PDF), filers must remove personal information from briefs in certain civil cases:
- Civil I
- Collections
- Contracts
- General Civil
- Landlord and Tenant
- Liens, Malpractice
- Merit Personnel
- Other Civil, Property, Real Property, Torts, and Vehicle Cases
To file your redacted brief, complete and attach a Redaction Certification then use the drop-down menu in the eFiling system to select "Redacted Brief." If you do not have an attorney and do not eFile, you can email efilehelp [at] dcappeals.gov (efilehelp[at]dcappeals[dot]gov) for help.
Required form for case types listed above
Required form for case types listed above
Required form for case types listed above
Common questions about the redaction project
Tips for removing information from your documents
