They’re ratcheting down operations in the Van Buren County Court system to strictly essential functions and only on three days a week.
After collaboration with Van Buren County officials, Chief Judge Kathleen M. Brickley, acting pursuant to MCR 8.110(C) and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, has ordered Van Buren County Courts to be open only to conduct essential functions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm through April 13, 2020. All other matters will be adjourned or addressed as outlined in the court’s emergency operations plan. Normal operations will resume April 14, 2020 at 8:30 am pending further updates.
Brickley says, “While our buildings will be closed to the general public, filings can be made by mail, email, fax or placed in the drop box located near the entrance of court facilities.” The picture below as an example of how Van Buren Courts are performing essential functions during the health crisis. Brickely concludes, “Whether it is working remotely from home or using technology to conduct hearings, Van Buren County Courts have adapted to continue to serve our community.”
For specific contact information, you are asked to refer to the county’s emergency operations plan or visit their website at this link: http://www.vbco.org/courts.asp
