Santa Ana, CA – Orange County Superior Court announced the launch of an eFiling program to better serve attorneys in criminal cases, beginning on Friday, May 22, 2026.
The Criminal Defense Attorney Portal (CDAP) will enable attorneys to electronically file motions, petitions and responses that would have otherwise required in-person filing at the clerk’s office. All other documents will continue to be filed through the standard process.
“This program is designed to increase access and address immediate needs in Criminal Operations,” said Presiding Judge Sheila F. Hanson. “We strive to serve our stakeholders and the legal community of Orange County by expanding the digital filing options, reducing reliance on in-person filings, and improving overall efficiency while broader and long-term system enhancements continue to be developed.”…