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Brevard County court hearings resume Tuesday despite branch closures

Jurors must report as directed, while open clerk’s offices may be affected by staffing shortages

Brevard Public Schools truancy court A program launched Thursday going after Brevard County parents for students who keep missing class. (WFTV Staff)

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Court hearings and trials resume Tuesday in Brevard County, but the clerk’s Melbourne and Palm Bay branches remain closed amid flooding.

All other Brevard County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller locations are open Nov. 3, according to the office. Staffing shortages may affect services at those locations.

More flooding coverage

Flooding has also forced several Brevard County polling places to relocate. Check your assigned location before leaving home.

Follow Channel 9’s Election Day coverage for voting updates and reporting across Central Florida.

Jurors must report as directed

The chief judge has not canceled jury trials, the clerk’s office said. Jurors should report as directed.

Anyone scheduled for court who has questions should contact the judicial office assigned to their case. The clerk’s office cannot postpone a court date.

Residents in flood-affected areas were urged to stay safe.

For more information, visit the Brevard County clerk’s website or call 321-617-5413.

Flooding and Election Day travel

Before heading out to vote, check whether your polling place has changed. Several Brevard County voting locations have relocated because of flooding.

Follow Channel 9’s Election Day coverage for the latest voting updates and coverage of Florida’s major races.

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Brody Wooddell

Brody Wooddell, WFTV.com

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