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* * ANNOUNCEMENT * *
FACE COVERINGS ARE REQUIRED TO CONDUCT BUSINESS IN THE COURTROOMS OR OFFICES OF THE 6th JUDICIAL DISTRICT.
For more information please see Administrative Orders 2020-7 and 2021-19.
NOTICE REGARDING COVID-19 (THE NOVEL CORONAVIRUS) and COURT OPERATIONS:
Please see Administrative Orders 2021-12 and 2021-20
The courts and probation department provide important and essential services to the public and we will endeavor to maintain normal operations to the fullest extent possible. We understand there is concern about COVID-19 and the 6th Judicial District is requesting that you PLEASE NOT COME TO THE COURTHOUSE, PROBATION, OR PRETRIAL SERVICES if:
- Have you or anyone you live with tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 14 days?
- Do you have fever or chills;
- Do you have a cough;
- Do you have difficulty breathing or shortness of breath;
- Do you have muscle or body aches;
- Do you have a have a sore throat; or,
- Do you have a new loss of taste or smell?
If any of these criteria apply, please call the clerk’s office at 970-247-2304 to reschedule your court date or request to appear by telephone if you are not represented by an attorney, or contact your attorney to file a request for a continuance or a telephone appearance.
Virtual Courtroom (Webex) Instructions:
Join by phone
Tap to call in from a mobile device (attendees only)
+1-415-655-0001 US Toll
+1-720-650-7664 United States Toll (Denver)
Join from a video conferencing system or application
You can dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
Meeting Numbers:
LA PLATA
Judge Wilson Div. 1 922 722 301
Judge Herringer Div. 2 924 932 970
Judge Norvell Div. 4 921 712 472
Judge Carlson Div. 5 923 882 313
Judge Woods Div. 3 145 805 1864
Magistrate Law Div. 6 921 458 825
ARCHULETA
Judge Wilson Div. 1 922 722 301
Judge Fay Div. A 922 124 289
Magistrate Casey Div. MG 924 927 380
SAN JUAN
Judge Wilson Div. 1 922 722 301
Judge Edwards Div. A 926 759 415
Expectations while you are in the courthouse
- Turn off cell phones. Cell phones may be used in the hallway.
- No food or drink (except water in clear containers) in the courtrooms.
- No chewing gum, candy, or tobacco products are permitted.
- No talking while in the courtroom.
- Remove all hats.
- No propping of feet on tables or chairs.
- No recording, broadcasting, or photography is permitted.
- Do not come forward past the bar unless given permission by the judge.
- Stand when court is opened, recessed, or adjourned. Stand when addressing or being addressed by the court.
- Avoid leaning against the wall while seated. Do not fall asleep.
- Please be respectful.
La Plata County Courthouse
1060 E. 2nd Ave., Rm 106
Durango, CO 81301
Directions/Map
970-247-2304
laplataclerk@judicial.state.co.us
View hours and other information
6th Judicial District Archuleta County San Juan County
Special Announcements
**At this time we are holding court by audio/visual device and in-person. If you appear in-person, the Court will limit the number of people in the courtrooms to ensure appropriate social distancing.
If questions arise concerning court operations, you can contact:
La Plata Courts by calling (970)247-2304 or by email.
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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE LEGAL PROCESS OR NEED LEGAL FORMS?
Please contact our Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator:
Miriah Sandoval 970.385.6179 or 6thselfhelp@judicial.state.co.us
Colorado Judicial Department Forms
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Information on Parenting Classes:
6th Judicial District Approved Parenting Class Providers and Approved Mediators