In-Person Jury Trials Suspended In Volusia, Putnam, & St. Johns County

Daytona Beach, FL – Due to an increase in the number of new cases of COVID-19 for the week ending July 8, 2021, and a review of relevant public health metrics associated with the virus, Chief Judge James R. Clayton of the 7th Judicial Circuit Court, has announced the suspension of in-person jury trials in Volusia, Putnam, and St. Johns counties until further notice. The announcement is in accordance with previous directives and consistent with circuit COVID-19 procedures. Cases where a jury has already been selected, will continue. In-person jury trials in Flagler County will proceed as scheduled. The Court will continue to monitor the situation and announce future changes to its operational plan if/when necessary.