Officials raise concerns about courthouse elevator delays and building security; judge emphasizes firearms prohibition

May 27, 2025

County officials and court staff reported ongoing elevator repairs and related courthouse maintenance problems and raised security concerns after multiple reports of people entering the courthouse with firearms. A judge reminded the record that firearms are prohibited in courtrooms regardless of signage.

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Dimmit County officials discussed persistent problems with the courthouse elevator and related maintenance, and several speakers raised concerns about security and staffing in courtrooms.

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