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Using the Utility Function – Check PDF Document

Courts may provide filers access to a new utility which enables filers to verify that a PDF document is PDF/A compliant and will be accepted when filing in CM/ECF. The optional utility will be available to filers on the Utility menu.

Users will be prompted to upload a PDF file and click Next to begin the verification process.

After the application verifies the file, the user will receive a success message (default or court customized) or one of three error messages.

Success - default message

Error message options:

  • The document contains code which may cause an external action (such as launching an application). This PDF document cannot be accepted.
  • The document is not a well-formed PDF document (no further information is available). The document contains code which may cause an external action (such as launching an application). This PDF document cannot be accepted.
  • The document has security measures in effect, such as password protection or access restrictions. This PDF document cannot be accepted.