Table 9-1
Accessibility Requirements
SPACE
ACCOMMODATION
COURTROOM
Circulation Routes
Clearance and turning radius for wheelchairs throughout the courtroom.
Public Seating
Number of wheelchair spaces and location are set by ABAAS.
Litigant and Counsel Tables
Height clearance at table(s) and circulation space requirements of ABAAS.
Jury Box
One wheelchair space along the general circulation path at the box. (If located on a tier, provide a
ramp or lift.)
Witness Stand
Wheelchair turning radius clearance. Permanent ramp or lift to provide access. (Adjacent space is
required for an interpreter.)
Judge's Bench
Comply with clear floor space and maneuvering requirements of ABAAS. Adaptable for future
inclusion of ramp or lift. (Electrical service, space and floor depression must be included in the initial
design for future lift.)
Courtroom Clerk,
Comply with clear floor space and maneuvering requirements of ABAAS. Adaptable for future
Deputy Clerk, Bailiff and
inclusion of ramp or lift. (Electrical service, space and floor depression must be included in the initial
Court Reporter Stations
design for a future lift.)
Lectern
Include an adjustable platform with a height variation between 710mm and 760mm (28'' & 30'') above
the floor. Knee space at least 685mm (27") high. The lectern must be at least 760mm (30'') wide and
480mm (19'') deep.
JURY & ANCILLARY FACILITIES
Jury Assembly Room
Located on accessible route. Refer to ABAAS for number of wheelchair spaces. ABAAS also deter-
mines requirements for listening devices, kitchen-type service units and associated refreshment areas.
Jury Deliberation Rooms
One space at tables. Clearance provided at coat storage and dedicated toilet rooms. Portable assistive
listening system may be used if there is more than one deliberation room. (Provided by Judiciary)
Witness Rooms
Provide proper clearance for circulation and height at tables for wheelchairs.
Attorney Rooms
Conference Rooms
USMS FACILITIES
Court Holding Areas
Each classification of holding shall have one cell accommodating wheelchair clearances and an
appropriate toilet plus lavatory.
Visitor Booths &
One but not less than 5% of booths/areas must provide turning radius and counter height dimensions
Attorney/Prisoner Areas
for a wheelchair on both sides.
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DESIGN
STANDARDS
FOR
U.S.
COURT
FAC I L IT I E S
9.2
General Requirements
Revised March 2005 PBS-P100
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