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Court Operational Status During a Lapse in Appropriations

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Despite a lapse in appropriations and a federal government shutdown, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia remains open to conduct normal business.  If you have any questions, please reach out to the appropriate divisional Clerk's Office:

  • Alexandria, (703) 299-2100;
  • Norfolk, (757) 222-7201;
  • Richmond, (804) 916-2220; and,
  • Newport News, (757) 247-0784.

You may also wish to read the statement on the official U.S. Courts website.