Athens courthouse temporarily closed due to bed bugs [Video]

Bed bugs were found in areas on only three levels, but the entire facility will be treated with the recommended treatment. The source of the bed bugs is unknown, due to the volume of daily employees and visitors. Bed bugs are not known to spread disease or pose a serious medical threat, according to the CDC.

This is not the first time the ACC Courthouse has had bed bugs. The courthouse was temporarily closed in February 2023 because of another bed bug infestation, the source of which was also unknown.

Superior Court Chief Judge Lisa Lott issued a judicial emergency order on Monday to close the courthouse, cancel jury trials and hearings and suspend many judicial activities. Additional orders will address late filing dates, temporary protective orders and other court-related issues, the release said. Acting ACCGov Manager Niki Jones has also closed workstations for non-judicial offices in the courthouse. 

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