COVID-19
Updated September 16, 2021 at 3:30 p.m.
JUROR SERVICE TO RESUME
Jury Service and Trials are set to resume on Monday, October 18, 2021. Please contact the Jury Commission Office at 504.658.9200 for more information or assistance.
Updated September 13, 2021 at 4:30 p.m.
JURY SERVICE AND TRIALS SUSPENDED - UPDATE
Jury Service and Trials remain suspended until further notice. Please continue to view this website for more information or contact the Jury Commission Office at 504.658.9200 after September 19, 2021.
Updated August 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
JURy service and trials suspended
In accordance with the Center for Disease Control, State of Louisiana and City of New Orleans’ data regarding the increase in COVID cases as well as juror concerns, jury service has been suspended through September 10, 2021. Jurors should not report for service prior to Monday, September 13, 2021. Please continue to view this website for more information or contact the Jury Commission Office at 504.658.9200.
Updated August 12, 2021 at 11:00 p.m.
magistrate court
Magistrate Court will operate remotely on Friday, August 13, 2021.
All evening sessions of Magistrate Court will operate remotely until further notice.
To access court proceedings, please use the Courtroom's Zoom link.
All evening sessions of Magistrate Court will operate remotely until further notice.
To access court proceedings, please use the Courtroom's Zoom link.
UPDATED MARCH 16, 2021 11:15 AM
COURT CLOSURE: HVAC MAINTENANCE and cases review
At the request of the City of New Orleans, Criminal District Court will close
Monday, March 22, 2021 through Friday, March 26, 2021
for the performance of maintenance on the building's HVAC system. In addition, as per the request of the District Attorney's Office and the Orleans Public Defenders' Office,
Criminal District Court will not hold any hearings (remotely or otherwise)
to allow all parties to collectively review all current cases.
First Appearance will be held remotely via Zoom as regulary scheduled.
Cases are being rescheduled and parties should contact their attorney for updated information.
Court will resume its current Phase III schedule on Monday, March 29, 2021.
For general questions, please call 504.658.9100
Monday, March 22, 2021 through Friday, March 26, 2021
for the performance of maintenance on the building's HVAC system. In addition, as per the request of the District Attorney's Office and the Orleans Public Defenders' Office,
Criminal District Court will not hold any hearings (remotely or otherwise)
to allow all parties to collectively review all current cases.
First Appearance will be held remotely via Zoom as regulary scheduled.
Cases are being rescheduled and parties should contact their attorney for updated information.
Court will resume its current Phase III schedule on Monday, March 29, 2021.
For general questions, please call 504.658.9100
CRIMINAL DISTRICT COURT MOVES TO PHASE III
OF ITS CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS PLAN
EFFECTIVE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
OF ITS CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS PLAN
EFFECTIVE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
JIn accordance with the proclamation of Governor John Bel Edwards and the City of New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell's declaration and mandate,
Criminal District Court will move to Phase III of its Continuity of Operations Plan
effective Monday, September 28, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.
In order to maintain social distancing, the building will open to the public on a limited basis.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED.
Defendants with court scheduled hearings shall report on their scheduled hearing date.
Proceedings will continue to be available through Zoom Courtroom.
Sections of Court will open daily, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
on a staggered court schedule.
Magistrate Court will operate on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Magistrate 2 through Magistrate 5 will operate at 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
and on weekends and holidays via Zoom Courtroom.
Jury trials are suspended until further notice.
Criminal District Court Administrative
Recommended Courtroom COVID Protocols & Reminders
Revised: 2020-10-15
Criminal District Court will move to Phase III of its Continuity of Operations Plan
effective Monday, September 28, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.
In order to maintain social distancing, the building will open to the public on a limited basis.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED.
Defendants with court scheduled hearings shall report on their scheduled hearing date.
Proceedings will continue to be available through Zoom Courtroom.
Sections of Court will open daily, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
on a staggered court schedule.
Magistrate Court will operate on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Magistrate 2 through Magistrate 5 will operate at 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
and on weekends and holidays via Zoom Courtroom.
Jury trials are suspended until further notice.
Criminal District Court Administrative
Recommended Courtroom COVID Protocols & Reminders
Revised: 2020-10-15
Phase III court Schedule
All Sections of Court will conduct business between the hours of 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM on their scheduled days of the week.
Magistrate will conduct business at 10:00 AM on Mondays and Wednesdays and 2:00 PM Mondays - Thursdays.
Fridays and weekends will be conducted at 3:00 PM via Zoom Courtroom.
The Building will be closed on Fridays for cleaning purposes.
Phase III Group 1: Monday and Wednesday
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Section A
Judge Laurie White SectionA@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9130 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/j/95369928578?pwd=Uld4Zm1ld1liZndQd2x6VVJGL3BlQT09 Section F
Judge Robin Pittman SectionF@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9180 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlduCpqj0qH9CYb0TuK1EeeLZMaUd9oDq7 Section K
Judge Marcus O. DeLarge SectionK@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9330 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvde2tqjksEtaCsJi8OKasSx4q_h14AvUH |
Section D
Judge Kimya M. Holmes PBonin@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9160 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0sdOypqD0uGdF2iN-eR5uWb44Qw5THTUCG Section G
Judge Nandi F. Campbell SectionG@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9190 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArdO2tpj4sGdUqC7Vd9pydxngFWw9sFqyO Section L
Judge Angel S. Harris SectionL@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9340 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqce-vpzojHNYgcN5aZyvD6RZlio9FABXK |
Magistrate
Judge Juana M. Lombard
MagCourt@criminalcourt.org
504-658-9350
(Preferred Communication is Email)
ZOOM Courtroom
https://zoom.us/j/94420694995?pwd=M28yYldRVENsUjFrRkUxWTRKdEJVZz09
Judge Juana M. Lombard
MagCourt@criminalcourt.org
504-658-9350
(Preferred Communication is Email)
ZOOM Courtroom
https://zoom.us/j/94420694995?pwd=M28yYldRVENsUjFrRkUxWTRKdEJVZz09
Phase III Group 2: Tuesday and Thursday
Phase III Group 2: Tuesday and Thursday
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Section B
Judge Tracey Flemings-Davillier SectionB@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9140 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0oceuorDgqEtYgybk4PBqtjLsT18b1MwHi Section E
Judge Rhonda J. Goode-Douglas SectionE@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9470 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkdOihpjMqGN02qebyszWF_kMcqWgVrqzx Section I
Chief Judge Karen Herman SectionI@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9310 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0uf--prjojEtfxbJq3xFIv1s0aQerhCTrc |
Section C
Judge Benedict Willard SectionC@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9150 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link https://zoom.us/j/95145928171?pwd=eS9rWnlmUFhRNmx3dGdCYjAvdXY4dz09 Section H
Judge Camille Buras SectionH@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9300 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvdOqqrz8pHdE38wOddufopu_Twwo6ZS_9 Section J
Judge Darryl Derbigny SectionJ@criminalcourt.org 504-658-9320 (Preferred Communication is Email) ZOOM Courtroom Link zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcOuqqDsjHNVhrxtIRp8aWW07TU7PUjak |
PHASE III COURT SCHEDULE
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Week of March 29, 2021
Group 1 (Sections A, D, E, F, G, K, L, M1) will be in session on Monday, March 29 and Wednesday, March 31, 2021 Group 2 (Sections B, C, E, H, I, J) will be in session on Tuesday, March 30 and Thursday, April 1, 2021 |
Week of April 5, 2021
Group 1 (Sections A, D, E, F, G, K, L, M1) will be in session on Monday, April 5 and Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Group 2 (Sections B, C, E, H, I, J) will be in session on Tuesday, April 6 and Thursday, April 8, 2021 |
Week of April 12, 2021
Group 1 (Sections A, D, E, F, G, K, L, M1) will be in session on Monday, April 12 and Wednesday, April 14, 2021 Group 2 (Sections B, C, E, H, I, J) will be in session on Tuesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 15, 2021 |
Drug TESTING
Drug Testing resumed on Monday, June 1, 2020 and will be conducted as per a schedule between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Defendants and agency clients are to maintain contact with their case managers and agency. Defendants who are drug testing shall enter the courthouse at the S. White Street side of the building directly into the Drug Testing area (formerly the Coroner’s Office).
filings, expungements and dispositions
All criminal filings are being accepted Mondays through Thursday by at the Tulane Avenue entrance of the Courthouse between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Expungement and Disposition (Background Checks) requests will be accepted in person or by calling 504.658.9000
Monday - Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Expungement and Disposition (Background Checks) requests will be accepted in person or by calling 504.658.9000
Monday - Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Juror Service
All criminal jury trials are suspended until further notice of this Court.
ACCESS
- All individuals entering the courthouse shall be required to wear a protective facial mask in accordance with the guidelines set forth in the Governor’s Proclamation and Mayor’s Declaration. Those who report without a mask will be provided a mask while supplies last.
- Access to the courthouse will be strictly limited by the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office to ensure that safe occupancy numbers and social distancing protocols are maintained.
- In compliance with the City of New Orleans’ mandate, any person who has active symptoms of COVID-19, or who has been ordered to isolate/quarantine due to COVID-19, or has been in contact with a family or household member under the same conditions/restrictions shall be prohibited from appearing and entering the courthouse. He/she shall contact the court directly by telephone or email to make further arrangements and obtain a new court date.
- In compliance with the City of New Orleans’ mandate, any person with pre-existing medical conditions that increase vulnerability to COVID-19 or who is 65 years of age or older may request to reschedule their court date by contacting the court directly by telephone or email to make further arrangements and to obtain a new court date.
- Defendants with subpoenas to appear for Magistrate Court shall contact their attorney or the Orleans Public Defenders Office directly or the Clerk of Court by telephone to obtain information regarding the status of their case.
- Section Courtroom Zoom proceedings may be accessed from the links above under each Section's schedule information.
- The Zoom Courtroom is an official record of the court proceedings and as such all parties agree to participating via Zoom Courtroom. This Zoom Courtroom is an extension of the formal courtroom. Any and all audio and/or video recordings of any proceedings are strictly prohibited and violators will be subject to contempt of court. Professional attire and conduct are required. Participants are expected to appear in appropriate attire and background for all proceedings and are expected to adhere to all rules that apply while in the formal courtroom. Any unruly behavior and excessive noise, including interruption of the court proceedings, will result in immediate removal from the hearing and possible denial from future hearings.
DEFENSE COUNSEL
- Criminal defense attorneys are strongly encouraged to utilize La. Dist. Court Rule 18, Appendix 18 – Waiver of Defendant’s Presence in criminal proceedings.
- Attorneys are strongly encouraged to complete all forms, including but not limited to Boykin forms, specialty court contracts, stay away orders, diversion referrals and hearing officer conference forms prior to the date and time scheduled for appearance/hearing.
- Court Filings are to be filed in person with the Clerk of Court and/or via email directly to the Section of Court.
Follow A Case
In order to find out details regarding individual cases, please click on the link below:
Criminal Court Docket Master
Criminal Court Docket Master
Get More Information
All participants are strongly encouraged to access the Court’s website at www.criminalcourt.org for information. Participants should directly contact the Clerk of Criminal District Court at 504.658.9000 for information regarding specific individual cases.
Further, for information on incarcerated defendants, contact the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office at 504.202.9339. For all other inquiries contact the Judicial Administrator’s Office at 504.658.9100.
Further, for information on incarcerated defendants, contact the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office at 504.202.9339. For all other inquiries contact the Judicial Administrator’s Office at 504.658.9100.