The Civil Docket Report Search Box looks like this:

As is evident, the Civil Docket Report Search Box, unlike those for the other two search methods, will only allow you to search using one piece of information, the Case ID Number. While simpler, this search also requires you to have the Case ID Number. The search cannot be conducted without it. And, as this is also the report that many users seek to eventually consult, the Case ID Number is a very important element of information.

Search Tip: The Case ID Number is a nine digit number. For typical lawsuits it takes the following format in reference to the filing:

If you do not know the Case ID Number, the number can be garnered from either of the Name Search methods: 1) the Search by Person or Company Name; or 2) the Search for Judgments (by Person or Company Name). Look for it under the "Address" heading in those search results (See Search Tips, below).

Civil Docket Report Search Results

The Civil Docket Report Search Results Box looks like this:

As you can see, the Civil Docket Search results provide a wealth of information concerning the proceedings.

In fact, it appears that the other two search methods, utilizing the names of persons or companies, are primarily used to obtain the Civil Docket ID Number so that the Civil Docket Report Search can be conducted.

Search Tip: To obtain the Civil Case ID Number to search the docket report, first conduct a search by Person or Company Name, or conduct a Judgment Search by Person or Company Name.