Cell phones are now allowed in Virginia courthouses, but you can't always use them

Virginia has passed a law allowing cell phones and other portable electronic devices in courthouses, but usage restrictions remain in place. Previously, many courthouses banned these devices entirely, but now they must create policies permitting them. This change aims to balance accessibility and safety, ensuring that visitors can keep devices while maintaining security protocols to prevent disruptions. The shift underscores a broader trend in modernizing courthouse access and procedures.