Learn about filing options in Minnesota courts, including electronic filing and in-person submission.
Some forms you complete through Court Forms Online may not be official court forms. These could include letters, informational documents or forms for other agencies. Check the specific instructions for your form.
Many Minnesota courts accept electronic filing through the state's e-filing system, Tyler File & Serve (often called eFile and eServe).
Benefits of e-filing in Minnesota:
To use e-filing, you will need:
When completing forms through Court Forms Online, some forms offer direct e-filing integration. This can be easier to use when available.
If e-filing isn't available for your case, you can file in person at your county courthouse.
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In most states, a filing fee is only needed when you are starting a new court case. If you are filing an answer, motion, or other document in an existing court case, no fee is required. If you cannot afford to pay the fee, you can ask the court for permission to not pay it. Filing fees in Minnesota vary by case type and court; you may apply for a fee waiver using the IFP (In Forma Pauperis) application.
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