Warsaw, IN – The Kosciusko County Justice Building is closed this afternoon following damage sustained to the northeast side of the structure, according to local authorities.
The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that the closure affects all courts and offices inside the building. Officials stated the Justice Building will remain closed for the rest of the day and is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, September 2.
According to the release, the shutdown includes the Prosecutor’s Office, Clerk’s Office, Probation Office, and the Public Defender’s Office. The sheriff’s office did not provide details on what caused the damage but confirmed that no additional services will be available until reopening.
The county noted that further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Residents with pending business at the Justice Building are advised to monitor official county channels for reopening updates or scheduling changes.
Kosciusko County officials have not indicated whether emergency hearings or urgent filings will be relocated in the interim. Residents with immediate legal needs may be directed to contact their attorneys or local law enforcement for guidance until normal operations resume.
The Justice Building, located in downtown Warsaw, houses several of the county’s central government and judicial offices, making the temporary closure a disruption for court proceedings and public services.
Officials are expected to provide more information in the coming days regarding the extent of the damage and whether additional repairs will be needed beyond the scheduled reopening date.
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