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Many jurisdictions are using Zoom, however you should verify this with your attorney or with the office of the clerk of court well ahead of time.

Make sure that you know what software your court proceeding will be conducted in.

In order to ensure that access to technology does not inhibit access to justice, the Trial Court is setting up computer stations in select courthouses for users to take part in Zoom videoconferencing. The first of these “Zoom Rooms” have been set up in the Brockton, Chelsea, Springfield, and Worcester courthouses. These courthouses were chosen due to the presence of multiple departments and the perceived needs of the surrounding communities. The Trial Court will monitor use of these initial Zoom Rooms and evaluate additional sites for future Zoom Rooms.Įach Zoom Room contains two computer stations, telephones, COVID-19 signage, gloves, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, and a partition separating the stations. Stations are cleaned and disinfected regularly by the Facilities department to ensure safety. Use of the Zoom Rooms is currently by appointment with the clerk’s office.Being prepared is always important for a court appearance, but being prepared for a virtual court proceeding is especially important because you are now dealing with the technological component of your court proceeding as well. Although courthouses are now open to the public, many matters continue to be handled remotely through telephone or video conference. The Trial Court recognizes that across Massachusetts, many court users lack the devices or internet access necessary to fully participate in remote proceedings.