As state courts transition back to broader operations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Courtroom View Network is tracking courthouse reopening procedures and trial calendars across the country. Read on for important updates and links to each state's latest courthouse operations protocol.
This information is provided for general reference only. The ever-changing nature of courts' response to COVID-19 means we cannot ensure all information is always complete and accurate. Be sure to check on official information from each jurisdiction.
Alabama
Jury trials are suspended until September 14.
CVN update: 9/1/20
Alaska
Jury trials remain suspended through November 2.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Arizona
Local jurisdictions have discretion on how to move forward with proceedings.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Arkansas
Jury trials may resume, subject to court discretion and precautionary procedures.
CVN update: 9/11/20
California
The statewide order suspending jury trials has expired, though local orders remain in effect.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Colorado
Restrictions on proceedings are left to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Connecticut
Trials are suspended until further notice. Defaults and non-suits in civil and family matters may begin on or after September 20.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Delaware
Jury trials remain suspended until October.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Florida
Proceedings will move forward pursuant to each local jurisdiction's status under a three-phase plan of re-opening.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Georgia
The statewide judicial emergency order restricting proceedings has been extended until October 10. However, local jurisdictions have discretion to resume grand jury proceedings.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Hawaii
Generally, jury trials are suspended until November 13.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Idaho
Generally, criminal trials are suspended through September 14. Civil trials are suspended through December 1.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Illinois
Proceedings may resume subject to restrictions implemented on a local level.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Indiana
Proceeding restrictions vary based on local jurisdiction.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Iowa
Jury trials are suspended until at least September 14.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Kansas
There is no state-wide, set time for resumption of trials and non-essential proceedings. Local jurisdictions are given discretion to impose restrictions on proceedings as necessary.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Kentucky
Criminal jury proceedings have resumed. Civil jury trials remain suspended through October 1.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Louisiana
Local jurisdictions have discretion to restrict proceedings as necessary.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Maine
Jury trials generally suspended until November 9.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Maryland
Jury trials generally suspended through October 5.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Massachusetts
Proceedings have resumed subject to restrictions and remote alternatives. In-person jury trials may resume as early as October 23 in selected locations under Phase 1 of a court reopening plan. This plan will allow for less complex cases to be tried in front of six-member jury panels.
CVN update: 9/18/20
Michigan
Generally jury trials remain suspended through October 5 and the expected entry into Phase 5 of a court reopening plan.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Minnesota
Jury trials are authorized to resume subject to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Mississippi
Jury trials may resume, based on local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Missouri
Jury trials may resume in jurisdictions that have reached Phase 3 of the state's reopening plan.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Montana
Local jurisdictions are given authority on when and how to resume jury trials.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Nebraska
There is no statewide court closure order in place. Restrictions on court operations are left to local jurisdictions.
CVN update: 5/21/20
Nevada
There is no current statewide court closure order in place. Closures and restrictions are left to the discretion of the local jurisdictions.
CVN update: 9/11/20
New Hampshire
With certain exceptions, in-person proceedings are suspended until further notice, with exceptions made by local jurisdiction.
CVN update: 11/11/20
New Jersey
In-person proceedings generally remain suspended through September 28, subject to certain exceptions.
CVN update: 11/11/20
New Mexico
Jury trials have resumed, subject to restrictions imposed on a local level.
CVN update: 9/11/20
New York
In-person jury trials generally remain suspended until further notice.
CVN update: 9/11/20
North Carolina
No jury trials will be held until after October 1.
CVN update: 9/11/20
North Dakota
Jury proceedings resumed July 14, subject to any necessary restrictions.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Ohio
Restrictions on proceedings are left to the discretion of individual jurisdictions.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Oklahoma
Jury trials have generally resumed subject to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Oregon
Proceedings are left to local discretion and subject to restriction.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Pennsylvania
Proceedings can be held based on local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Rhode Island
Limited proceedings may resume subject to restrictions.
CVN update: 9/11/20
South Carolina
Jury trials are suspended until further notice.
CVN update: 9/11/20
South Dakota
There is no statewide court closure in effect. Local jurisdictions have authority over resuming proceedings.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Tennessee
Local jurisdictions are granted authority over whether, and how, to resume proceedings.
CVN update: 5/21/20
Texas
In-person jury trials generally suspended through October 1.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Utah
In-person jury trials generally suspended until further notice.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Vermont
Jury trials in civil cases are suspended until at least January 1, 2021.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Virginia
Jury trials, scheduled to resume on a limited basis in September, require approval to commence.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Washington
Resumption of jury trials is subject to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
West Virginia
Jury trials may resume, subject to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Wisconsin
Proceedings are subject to local restrictions.
CVN update: 9/11/20
Wyoming
Proceedings are subject to local discretion.
CVN update: 9/11/20