United States Courthouse (Lexington) (E.D. Ky.): Cell Phone Policy (2026)
Short answer: The public may not possess wireless communication devices in any U.S. Courthouse in the district except as permitted by the presiding judge. Checked
| Court | U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 Barr Street, Lexington, KY 40507 |
| Public phones | Banned for the general public |
| Rule for visitors | The public may not possess wireless communication devices in any U.S. Courthouse in the district except as permitted by the presiding judge. |
| Lockers | Jury FAQ says devices brought by jurors must be left with Court Security; no lockers described. |
| Jurors | Jury FAQ: newspapers, cell phones, laptops and other electronic devices are not permitted; if brought, they must be left with Court Security. |
| Attorneys | Members of the court's bar, properly identified, may possess and use devices in public areas and courtrooms (silent mode in court; no texting/emailing/calls from courtroom during proceedings or recording without leave); cannot let clients or others use them. |
| Governing order | General Order 10-17 (public); General Order 14-11 (bar members) |
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 Kentucky county courthouses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my phone into the United States Courthouse (Lexington)?
The public may not possess wireless communication devices in any U.S. Courthouse in the district except as permitted by the presiding judge.
Are there phone lockers at the United States Courthouse (Lexington)?
Jury FAQ says devices brought by jurors must be left with Court Security; no lockers described.
Can jurors bring phones to the United States Courthouse (Lexington)?
Jury FAQ: newspapers, cell phones, laptops and other electronic devices are not permitted; if brought, they must be left with Court Security.
Can attorneys bring phones to the United States Courthouse (Lexington)?
Members of the court's bar, properly identified, may possess and use devices in public areas and courtrooms (silent mode in court; no texting/emailing/calls from courtroom during proceedings or recording without leave); cannot let clients or others use them.
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.