The bill, HB 380, aims to enhance the electronic filing system within the Louisiana Clerks' Remote Access Authority (LCRAA) by establishing a timeline and requirements for implementation. It mandates that every district clerk of court must have an electronic filing system operational by January 1, 2026, and outlines that all documents in civil, traffic, or criminal actions filed by attorneys must be transmitted electronically through the selected system starting January 1, 2027. The bill also includes provisions for the retention of original documents and exhibits, as well as the conversion of filed documents. Additionally, it prohibits clerks of court from rejecting documents signed electronically, ensuring compliance with newly adopted uniform filing standards.

Several amendments were made to the original bill, including a change in the year for mandatory electronic filings from 2027 to 2026, and a reduction in the LCRAA board membership from seven to six members. The bill also requires the LCRAA to utilize filing fees to maintain the electronic filing system and mandates clerks of court to report their electronic filing capabilities and costs to the LCRAA by January 1, 2025. Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining a universal interface system for secure remote access to records and includes technical changes to streamline the process.

Statutes affected:
HB380 Original: 13:754(A), 13:850(A)
HB380 Engrossed: 13:754(A), 13:850(A)
HB380 Reengrossed: 13:754(A), 13:850(A)
HB380 Enrolled: 13:754(A), 13:850(A)
HB380 Act 694: 13:754(A), 13:850(A)