Q: How can I request family court seal my documents?
I filed many private and sensitive documents - Bank statements, my medical records, Tax returns.. during divorce proceedings. Currently the case is still ongoing. I am really concerned of my records in public now. How can I request the family court seal my specific documents? or whole documents?
A: If you have concerns about the privacy of certain documents filed during your divorce proceedings, you can request the family court to seal those specific documents or the entire case file. Identify the documents containing private and sensitive information, file a motion explaining the reasons for sealing, and follow the court's procedures for filing. Attend court hearings and consider obtaining a confidentiality order to further protect your information. Working with an attorney will ensure you follow the correct legal steps and maximize your chances of maintaining privacy during divorce proceedings.
A: I would call the clerk's office first to determine if the information is publicly available. Even if the filing party failed to properly classify the information as confidential, the clerk's office is pretty good at rejecting the filings until it's in compliance. Bank statements, medical records, Tax returns would certainly stand out.
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