IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING BUILDING ENTRY

Due to heightened security measures, you will be required to show photo identification and undergo a security screening similar to what is conducted at an airport in order to enter either courthouse or federal building. Please plan your arrival time accordingly if you are reporting for a court proceeding or other scheduled matter.

Please note that the following items are not allowed:

NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES

(This includes cell phones, cameras, iPods, iPads, Kindles, etc.)

NOTE: Attorneys are allowed to bring these devices, including laptops, if they display a bar identification card.

NO FOOD OR DRINKS

(Including bottled water and other items not purchased in the building)

NO LIGHTERS

NO POTENTIAL WEAPONS OR ANYTHING THAT MAY BE USED AS A WEAPON

(This includes knives, scissors, and manicure sets)

If you have any questions about what is allowed in the building, please call the United States Marshals Service at (618) 482-9341 (East St. Louis) or (618) 439-7713 (Benton).

650 Missouri Avenue
Room 103
East St. Louis, IL 62201

302 West Main Street
Ste. 2-C
Benton, IL 62812

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