Civil Cases - Entire Case File (NATF 91A)

What is a Certified Copy?

Certified copies come with a seal certifying that the copies are a valid reproduction of the original file. Certification is available for an additional charge of $15.00 for all packages delivered by mail or express shipping. Orders delivered by fax cannot be certified.

What is the difference between an Entire Case File and Docket Sheet?

The Entire Case file includes all documents in a Business and Individual case file.

A docket sheet is a document indicating the case file name, number, and the date and title of the specific document(s) enclosed in the case.

Is the Docket Sheet included in the Entire Case File?

Yes, the Docket Sheet is included in the Entire Case File.

I contacted the court and was told that the records I am interested in are at the NARA Regional Archives. How do I order records located at a NARA Regional Archives?

Court Records available through Request and Order Reproductions are owned by the U.S. Court System, but stored at the NARA Federal Records Centers. Regional Archives house Court Records that are the legal property of NARA. To research a Court Record at a NARA Regional Archives, please visit: https://www.archives.gov/locations/regional-archives.html

If I purchase the Entire Case File after I have already purchased the docket sheet, will the fee for the Entire Case file be reduced?

No, NARA does not prorate the fee for the Entire Case file for customers who have already purchased the Docket Sheet.

What reproduction quality can I expect if I select CD/DVD or Electronic Transfer as my delivery method?

All NARA reproductions contain the best available images of the original archival documents. Due to age, physical deterioration and equipment available at the time the original documents were imaged, some images may not be up to today’s standards of clarity. NARA makes every effort to provide customers a clear and accurate duplicate of the original microfilm master.

How long will an Electronic Transfer be available?

Files will be available for 30 days from date of upload; downloads of the files should take place within that period. Files will be deleted after that point.

What are Civil Case Files?

Civil Cases include a wide range of non-criminal legal matters such as divorce, probate, torts, real estate, contracts and business litigation. Civil matters are brought by businesses, the government, and private individuals as a means of enforcing their rights.

What information is required to order a Civil Case?

For each Civil case, the following information must be provided: - State in which the court is located - City in which the court is located - Case Name(s) - Case number - Transfer number - Box number - Location number

How do I obtain the necessary information to request a Civil Court Record?

Case information should be obatined from the Federal Court in which it was filed and closed. Select the following link to find court contact information: https://www.uscourts.gov/courtlinks

Can I pick up a copy of an original Civil case file instead of having them shipped?

Yes, Civil cases can be picked up at regional record centers by making an appointment with the corresponding facility. Select the following link to view contact information for regional record centers: https://www.archives.gov/research/court-records/bankruptcy.