If you had business at the South County Courthouse in Niles in the week ahead, you’ll need to reschedule. Berrien County Trial Court officials made a rare Sunday announcement today that operations there have been suspended through November 9th. Here’s their message today:
The Niles Trial Court operations are temporarily suspended commencing November 2nd through November 9th. Our continued compliance with the county health department testing, contact tracing, quarantine, and isolation protocol impairs staffing capacity to provide full operation of court services at this time.
All court hearings are being rescheduled with a few exceptions (those parties will be notified). Niles filings and inquiries will be processed through the St. Joseph facility, which remains fully operational. Those with issues or a question regarding matters set in the Niles courthouse may contact the St. Joseph courthouse at (269) 983-7111. The Berrien County Trial Court St. Joseph location will remain open as the Trial Court itself is open for business. As quickly as health department directives can be satisfied full court services in Niles will be reengaged.
The public is encouraged to visit the Trial Court’s website at http://www.berriencounty.org/1058/Trial-Court for additional information, including how to contact each division of the court. Frequently asked questions are available on-line as well as full copies of all administrative orders.
