How to Request an ADA Accommodation for a Court Appearance in Brevard County (Viera)

This process applies whenever a disability affects someone's ability to participate in a court proceeding, program, or service in Brevard County (Viera). It doesn't matter what your role is - you could be a party to a case, a witness, a juror, an attorney, or a visitor who needs help accessing the courthouse. The key: request your accommodation as soon as you know you'll need it. That gives Court Administration time to arrange everything.

Where to Send

• ✓ Mail your ADA request to the ADA Coordinator, Brevard County Court Administration: 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, 3rd floor, Viera, Florida, 32940-8006
• ✓ Fax your ADA request to: (321) 633-2172
• ✓ Call Court Administration to submit a request by phone: (321) 633-2171 ext. 3

Submit your request as early as possible - at least seven (7) days before your court date is ideal. Why the lead time? Some accommodations, like sign language interpreters or real-time transcription, require scheduling and coordination. Last-minute requests often mean delays or extra back-and-forth that could have been avoided.

Form Contents

• ✓ Your name and best contact information (phone, mailing address, and/or other reliable way to reach you)
• ✓ The date, time, and location of the court appearance or court activity
• ✓ The case information (for example, the case number and what type of proceeding it is)
• ✓ Your role in the case or court activity (for example: party, witness, juror, attorney, or visitor)
• ✓ The specific accommodation you’re requesting (be as concrete as you can)
• ✓ Any details that help the court understand what will work (for example: preferred communication method or format)

Be specific about what you need. A complete request means Court Administration can act without chasing you for details. Pair that with the seven-day lead time, and the ADA Coordinator has room to arrange services and confirm logistics before your court date.

Courts can provide "auxiliary aids and services" to help with communication and participation. Common examples include assistive listening devices, qualified ASL interpreters (or interpreters for other sign languages), and Communication Access Real-Time Translation (CART) for real-time transcription. The court may also offer documents in accessible formats - large print, Braille, electronic files, or audio - and qualified readers when that fits the situation.

Court Cannot Provide

• ✓ Transportation to and from the courthouse
• ✓ Legal counsel or legal advice
• ✓ An official transcript of a court proceeding
• ✓ Personal devices such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or prescription eyeglasses
• ✓ Personal services such as medical care or attendant care
• ✓ Readers for personal use or study

The court may ask for limited medical documentation, usually when a disability isn't obvious or when the connection between your impairment and the requested accommodation isn't clear. If that happens, get documentation from a qualified health care provider. It should confirm the disability, identify functional limitations, and explain how the accommodation addresses them. You're responsible for any cost to obtain this documentation.

Once your request reaches the ADA Coordinator at Brevard County Court Administration in Viera, staff will review it and coordinate next steps. They may contact you for additional information or documentation. After everything is confirmed, Court Administration will arrange the approved accommodation for your scheduled court appearance or activity.