COVID-19 Information

Remote Court Hearing Instruction Video

New Limitations at Court Facilities: Per an order from Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea, the Minnesota Judicial Branch is limiting in-person activities in court facilities in response to increased COVID-19 infection rates in Minnesota:

• Jury Trials: Jury trials in progress will continue until complete. No new jury trials will begin prior to February 1, 2021. Exceptions may be granted for in-person proceedings under limited circumstances.
• Remote Hearings: All hearings will be conducted remotely. Exceptions may be granted for in-person proceedings under limited circumstances.
• Public Access: At least one counter service window must be open during normal business hours. Services may be provided remotely or by appointment only. See below for current information on public access to our court facilities.
• Self-Help Center services are available by phone and email.

Face coverings are required in all court facilities. If you do not have a face covering, see court staff immediately. 
 
If you are required to visit a court facility but have COVID-19 symptoms or have had COVID-19 exposure in the last 14 days contact the court or your attorney as soon as possible.

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Court Administration Office Access
 

• The Cook County Courthouse is open to those who need to access the court administration customer service office. Entry to the courthouse is through the main door off of the parking lot.
  • Access to court administration is limited to those with court business. Friends of customers and others will be asked to wait outside.
• A public access to court records computer is available.
• Self-help center services are available remotely Monday – Friday from 8:30-4:00 p.m. Call (651) 435-6535.
• Wearing masks is required. Visit the Cook County Website for more information about the County’s COVID-19 procedures.

If you have a court case scheduled in Cook County District Court, call (218) 387-3610 to determine if your case will be heard or scheduled to a future date. You may also contact the court by email and use the dropdown menu to select the appropriate county