The North Carolina Rules of Appellate Procedure do not generally allow email service of filings. True–there are exceptions.The notice must comply with Rule 4 of the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure and must be published once a week for a period of three consecutive weeks. Efiling and email service are no longer treated like mail under the 3Day Rule. Efiling and email service are no longer treated like mail under the 3Day Rule. This document is a collection of links to fillable forms that are available on NC Administrative Office of the Courts or AOC. First, choose the consumer complaint form that fits your problem. Next, enter the information into the form and submit it electronically. Secondly, service may be done via certified mail. In the manner provided in Rule 4 for service and return of process.