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What steps are being taken to minimize my risk of exposure to the virus?

  • Several times throughout the day, our cleaning staff will clean frequently touched areas such as doorknobs, light switches, elevator buttons/panels, countertops, phones, handles, toilets, faucets and sinks.  At the end of each day all juror occupied areas and common areas will be thoroughly disinfected. 
  • Court staff will frequently remind everyone to practice social distancing and require the use of masks in common areas [Courthouse Café (Birmingham location), elevators, hallways, bathrooms].  Gloves will be provided for those who choose to wear them when handling documents.
  • Items that would normally be “self-serve,” or passed out to jurors in the jury assembly room (juror badges, parking permits, pens, etc.) will now be placed in individual bags.  
  • Elevators will be limited to 3 people at a time. 
  • Modifications to our courtroom layouts will be made, as necessary, to allow for social distancing. 
  • Hand sanitizers and sanitizing wipes are readily available for use throughout the courthouse, in the courtrooms, and jury deliberation rooms.