How is filing a document accomplished?

Filing a document with the court is accomplished by submitting it to the clerk or directly to a judge, as this method ensures that the document is officially recognized and recorded by the court system. The clerk’s office is designated to handle the filing of legal documents and maintain the integrity of the court's records. Submitting directly to a judge might occur in specific situations, but generally, documents are submitted through the clerk for processing.

Electronic filings are becoming more common, but they are not the sole method of filing. Mailing a document does not guarantee it will be received on time and properly filed unless specified by the court's rules. Faxing is also not a standard method for filing legal documents, as it lacks the necessary verification and acknowledgement provided by formal submissions to the clerk’s office. Thus, the correct approach is through submitting directly to the clerk or, in certain cases, to a judge, ensuring that proper protocols are followed and that the documents are officially recorded in the court system.