United States Courthouse, Roanoke (W.D. Va.): Cell Phone Policy (2026)

Official source · some details unconfirmed Phones: Banned for the general public

Short answer: The court's juror and visitor information says you may not bring cell phones, electronic or recording devices, or cameras into the courthouse. Photo ID is required and everyone passes through security screening. Recording court proceedings is prohibited. Checked

CourtU.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia
Address210 Franklin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA 24011
Public phonesBanned for the general public
Rule for visitorsThe court's juror and visitor information says you may not bring cell phones, electronic or recording devices, or cameras into the courthouse. Photo ID is required and everyone passes through security screening. Recording court proceedings is prohibited.
JurorsThe court's divisional jury information says jurors may not bring cell phones, electronic or recording devices, or cameras into the courthouse.
Governing orderStanding Order 2013-8, Possession and Use of Portable Electronic Devices in Courthouses and Courtrooms

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 Virginia county courthouses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my phone into the United States Courthouse, Roanoke?

The court's juror and visitor information says you may not bring cell phones, electronic or recording devices, or cameras into the courthouse. Photo ID is required and everyone passes through security screening. Recording court proceedings is prohibited.

Can jurors bring phones to the United States Courthouse, Roanoke?

The court's divisional jury information says jurors may not bring cell phones, electronic or recording devices, or cameras into the courthouse.

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.

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