Fourteen counties, including many in the High Country, as well as Forsyth, are joining a digital initiative that modernizes court services.
The initiative is part of a statewide rollout and aims to make court records more accessible. It's called eCourts and will allow individuals to check and file documents online at any time. The public will also have access to payment services.
The digital system was first launched in 2023. The shift is expected to reduce the use of paper forms, cut down on wait times and streamline court administration. It could also lessen travel to courthouses for North Carolinians, while increasing access to legal services for rural areas.
The system is expected to cover all 100 counties by the end of 2025.