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Chester County Commission approves courtroom security report after judge recommends safety measures
Summary
The commission approved a courtroom security report that documents recent alarm installations and asks officials to explore options to protect the bench and clerk’s work area, following a recommendation from Judge Andrew Scott.
The Chester County Commission approved a courtroom security report after hearing a recommendation from Judge Andrew Scott to explore additional steps to protect the bench and clerk work areas.
Why it matters: The report documents security upgrades and asks officials to evaluate options that could reduce risk to judges and staff in the courtrooms.
What was presented: The report noted that an alarm was installed in the clerk’s work area and in each of the two courtrooms. Judge Andrew Scott recommended exploring additional options intended to prevent an attack directed at the bench and clerk’s work area, citing the ease of access to those spaces.
Action taken: A commissioner moved to approve the courtroom security report; the motion was seconded and carried on a voice vote. The commission recorded the motion as approved without opposition.
Next steps: The report will be filed with county records and staff were asked whether copies were available for commissioners. The transcript indicates staff will provide the report packet to members who requested it.
