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How long does it take for a case to get a docket number?

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What is a docket number?

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What do I do if I can't afford the filing fee?

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Will the judge accept faxes? Will the Pro Se Intake Unit?

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Will my letters be filed and placed in the Court’s official file?

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Will the judge answer my letter?

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Can I speak to the judge about my case?

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Can I file my papers electronically?

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I don't have a computer or a typewriter, can I write my papers in long-hand?

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How many copies of the complaint do I need?

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