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In-person jury criminal trials have begun in D.C. Superior Court. View our videos to learn more about how we're keeping you safe during the pandemic.

On Monday, February 1, 1971, the DC Courts held a ceremonial joint opening session, taking back authority from the federal courts and consolidating a number of smaller municipal courts.  The DC Superior Court officially came into being on that day, ...

The DC Courts have begun offering sites across the District for those without computers or WiFi at home to use when they need to appear for an online court hearing.  While court hearings can take place via a smartphone, due to the importance of the...

The Honorable Anita M. Josey-Herring made history twice on October 16, 2020 when she was sworn in 1) remotely as 2) the first-ever female chief judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.   Congratulations Chief Judge Josey-Herring!