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Honorable Beryl A. Howell, Chief Judge | Angela D. Caesar, Clerk of Court

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    Robin M. Meriweather Sworn in as United States Magistrate Judge

  • Mission Statement

    The mission of the Clerk's Office is to assist in the administration of justice by providing accurate, impartial and timely information as well as excellent service to all of our customers.

  • Hours of Operation

    Monday-Friday (except holidays)
    9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Electronic Case Filing (ECF) is available 24/7

  • Entry Requirements

    100% ID Check and Screening.
    Restricted Items Include: 
    • Liquids, Aerosols & Gels
    • Cell Phones & Electronic Devices
    • Weapons & Sharp Objects

  • John Marshall Park

    Neighboring the E. Barrett Prettyman Courthouse is John Marshall Park. The park was named in honor of John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from 1801-1835, who at one time resided at the park's location.

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    Browse our job listings here.

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Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

333 Constitution Avenue N.W.
Washington D.C. 20001
Room 1225

Clerk's Office (Main): (202) 354-3080
ECF Help Line (Civil): (202) 354-3190
ECF Help Line (Criminal): (202) 354-3060

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Announcements

Tue, 01/10/2017
Robin M. Meriweather Sworn in as United States Magistrate Judge
Mon, 01/09/2017
The District Court for D.C. will be closed on Thursday, January 19 and Friday, January 20.
Fri, 12/16/2016
Notice of Proposed Local Rule Change And Opportunity To Comment

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