Richard B. Russell Federal Building and United States Courthouse (N.D. Ga.): Cell Phone Policy (2026)
Short answer: Cell phones and other electronic devices with cameras are not allowed beyond the security checkpoints; devices without cameras are permitted. Government photo ID required. Checked
| Court | U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia |
|---|---|
| Address | 75 Ted Turner Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA 30303-3309 |
| Public phones | Banned for the general public |
| Rule for visitors | Cell phones and other electronic devices with cameras are not allowed beyond the security checkpoints; devices without cameras are permitted. Government photo ID required. |
| Jurors | Juror FAQ: cell phones are permitted; laptops, tablets, smart glasses (including prescription) and other camera-equipped devices are not allowed beyond security. |
| Attorneys | Per judges' standing orders, counsel without a U.S. Marshals attorney ID card who want to bring a laptop or camera phone must obtain a court order in advance. |
Federal and county courthouses set separate rules. If your case is in state or county court (traffic, family, most criminal cases, state jury duty), see Georgia county courthouses.
Other Federal Courthouses in Georgia
- William A. Bootle Federal Building and United States Courthouse
- U.S. District Court, Savannah Division
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my phone into the Richard B. Russell Federal Building and United States Courthouse?
Cell phones and other electronic devices with cameras are not allowed beyond the security checkpoints; devices without cameras are permitted. Government photo ID required.
Can jurors bring phones to the Richard B. Russell Federal Building and United States Courthouse?
Juror FAQ: cell phones are permitted; laptops, tablets, smart glasses (including prescription) and other camera-equipped devices are not allowed beyond security.
Can attorneys bring phones to the Richard B. Russell Federal Building and United States Courthouse?
Per judges' standing orders, counsel without a U.S. Marshals attorney ID card who want to bring a laptop or camera phone must obtain a court order in advance.
Can I bring a gun or knife into a federal courthouse?
No. Federal law (18 U.S.C. § 930) prohibits firearms and dangerous weapons in federal court facilities, with narrow exceptions such as on-duty law enforcement.