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Mandatory E-Filing Expands to Include Foreclosures & Tax Certiorari Proceedings on January 17th

legal stock In recognition of the current success of electronic filing in Westchester County, the Office of Court Administration is expanding the current program.   Currently all contract, commercial and tort actions must be started electronically in the Westchester Supreme Court.  Beginning January 17, 2012, all foreclosure and tax certiorari proceedings will also be part of the mandatory e-filing program.  Article 78, Election, Matrimonial and Mental Hygiene, including  Article 81 Guardianship proceedings must continue to be commenced in paper.  In addition, on January 17, 2012 customers must pay by a pre-authorized debit account with the Westchester County Clerk or by credit card (American Express, MasterCard or Visa). Read More.

Electronic Recording of Deeds and Mortgages Becomes Law in New York State

county clerk award On Friday, September 23, 2011, Governor Cuomo ended New York's distinction as the only state that did not allow electronic recording of land records such as deeds and mortgages.  The enactment of this legislation is a key step forward in our office's mission to make government easy and more efficient.  The State now has twelve months to enact consistent standards through the New York State Office for Technology.  The program will be voluntary.  When electronic recording goes into effect, each County Clerk or the City Register will choose whether to participate.  Read More.

Calendar of Events

Tuesday, January 31

NYSCEF (E-Filing) Class Training   9-11 a.m. 
Registration required, go to NYSCEF Training Registration


Wednesday, February 1

Naturalization Ceremony                  2 p.m.                              
Richard J. Daronco Courthouse, White Plains


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