United States Courts

In celebration of #IndependenceDay, federal courts invited the public to explore the history and role of the Judiciary in civic life and welcomed new citizens during naturalization ceremonies. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Judge Robert J. Conrad, Jr., the Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, issued a statement regarding the introduction of the Judicial Space and Facilities Management Effectiveness Act. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Bankruptcy filings rose 12.2 percent during the 12-month period ending June 30, 2026. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

“This bill would give us a chance to demonstrate operational capability on a limited scale while providing Congress with necessary oversight and evaluation opportunities before considering a broader expansion of authority.” uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

“The introduction of this bipartisan bill takes a big step toward addressing the chronic problems that have afflicted federal courthouses and other mission critical facilities of the Judicial Branch.” uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Judge Robert J. Conrad, Jr., the Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, issued a statement regarding the introduction of the Judicial Space and Facilities Management Effectiveness Act. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

On the eve of #IndependenceDay, the Federal Circuit Center for Innovation and Law hosted a public civics program exploring how law, innovation, science, and civic action have shaped the nation. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Bankruptcy filings rose 12.2 percent during the 12-month period ending June 30, 2026. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Scholars from Student Law Academy visited Whittaker Courthouse for an inside look at the federal justice system. Law Academy provides a dynamic summer curriculum for students interested in legal careers. Thank you to @KCMBA for allowing us to be a part of this experience! @PREPKC

The latest Civil Justice Reform Act (CJRA) report reflects each federal judge's pending caseload as of March 31, 2026. uscourts.gov/data-news/repo…

Students from the Kinder Institute’s Constitutional Democracy Academy recently visited the U.S. District Court in Kansas City as part of an immersive week focused on exploring the history, theory, and design of the Constitution. Thank you for letting us be a part of your program!

Happy #IndependenceDay #America250 Today, U.S. District Judge Matthew Schelp welcomed 29 #NewUSCitizens at a naturalization ceremony hosted by @GatewayArchNPS Keynote remarks by U.S. Attorney Thomas Albus. Music by the Courthouse Singers and the MAC Apollos Chorus @GatewayArchSTL

Wiretap data for 2025 is now available. Federal and state courts reported a combined 24 percent decrease in authorized wiretaps. Convictions in cases involving electronic surveillance decreased, while arrests increased slightly. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Wiretap data for 2025 is now available. Federal and state courts reported a combined 24 percent decrease in authorized wiretaps. Convictions in cases involving electronic surveillance decreased, while arrests increased slightly. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, fees for access to electronic court records will temporarily increase by two cents a page to help fund the Judiciary’s accelerated case management and public access modernization. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, fees for access to electronic court records will temporarily increase by two cents a page to help fund the Judiciary’s accelerated case management and public access modernization. uscourts.gov/data-news/judi…

U.S. courts will be closed July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. E-filing will be available. Contact your local federal court for more info: uscourts.gov/federal-court-…

U.S. courts will be closed June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday. E-filing will be available. Contact your local federal court for more info: uscourts.gov/federal-court-…

The Western District of Missouri welcomed Alfred Friendly Press Partners, foreign journalists studying at the Missouri School of Journalism. Welcomed by Chief Judge Wimes and Judge Phillips, they observed proceedings and asked questions about the important work of the court.

Michigan high schoolers engaged in thoughtful conversations on civil discourse with U.S. District Judge Judith E. Levy and attorneys at the Ann Arbor federal courthouse. Learn more about the national civics initiative. uscourts.gov/educational-re…