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Definition. A case or document that is “under seal” or

C.D. Cal. L.R. 79-5.1

“sealed” is one that is closed to inspection by the public. A person seeking to have a case or document sealed must follow the procedures set forth below. Parties should be familiar with the difference between in camera review (see L.R. 79-6) and under seal filings.
Official source: https://www.cacd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2026-June-LRs-Chap-1.pdf · retrieved 2026-07-23