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Post Office Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963-0900
Telephone: 973.285.6600
Facsimile: 973.605.8312

General Information

The Morris County Sheriff’s Office oversees the general security of the courthouse complex to ensure the orderly, peaceful and safe conduct of court business.

Duties include manning metal detector and x-ray posts at each entrance, responding to alarms, perimeter patrols, post-dispatch transportation, escorts for personnel protection, money transfers, public service escorts and performing emergency medical services when called upon.

Courthouse Security Screening Process

Security in public buildings has become an unfortunate necessity and all people entering the courthouse—including litigants, attorneys, law enforcement, and employees—will be screened for weapons prior to gaining admittance. Additionally, all items brought in, such as purses, briefcases, packages, etc., will be scanned.

Prohibited items include but not limited to the following:

Prohibited items that are not illegal to posses will be retained by sheriff’s officers at the screening area. A receipt for same will be issued and the item will be returned to you when you leave the building.

The following items are safe to be placed in the x-ray machine or pass through the metal detectors:

If you are unsure about an item, a Sheriff’s Officer will assist you.

The procedures outlined above can cause a short delay on busy mornings, especially between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Visitors are advised to plan to arrive a few minutes in advance to avoid being late for scheduled proceedings.

All courthouse visitors are asked to cooperate with Sheriff’s Officers. They are under specific instructions for the purpose of providing a safe environment for members of the public who have business with the County.