United States Courthouse (Hammond) (N.D. Ind.): Cell Phone Policy (2026)
Short answer: Courthouse Security Guidelines for the Public list cellular phones, laptops, tablets (Kindles, iPads, iPods), cameras and any recording devices as prohibited items. Government-issued photo ID required. Checked
| Court | U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana |
|---|---|
| Address | 5400 Federal Plaza, Suite 2300, Hammond, IN 46320 |
| Public phones | Banned for the general public |
| Rule for visitors | Courthouse Security Guidelines for the Public list cellular phones, laptops, tablets (Kindles, iPads, iPods), cameras and any recording devices as prohibited items. Government-issued photo ID required. |
| Jurors | Jurors must show photo ID and follow the security information in their jury documents; device rule not stated separately. |
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 Indiana county courthouses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my phone into the United States Courthouse (Hammond)?
Courthouse Security Guidelines for the Public list cellular phones, laptops, tablets (Kindles, iPads, iPods), cameras and any recording devices as prohibited items. Government-issued photo ID required.
Can jurors bring phones to the United States Courthouse (Hammond)?
Jurors must show photo ID and follow the security information in their jury documents; device rule not stated separately.
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.