H. Carl Moultrie Courthouse

The H. Carl Moultrie Courthouse is a judicial building on Indiana Avenue in Washington, D.C. that spans seven floors and houses multiple courtrooms and administrative offices. The structure accommodates numerous court proceedings and administrative functions that occur throughout each day.

The building opened in 1976 as a central judicial facility for the district, designed by the architectural firm Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum. This facility became a key point in Washington's judicial infrastructure and continues to serve that purpose today.

The courthouse anchors Judiciary Square as a working center where lawyers, residents, and court staff move through its halls daily. For many people in the district, it represents the local justice system and a place where important life decisions unfold.

Visitors should expect security screenings at the entrance and know that access may be limited during active proceedings. It helps to arrive with extra time for the security process and check ahead about public access policies.

The building underwent extensive renovation while court operations continued uninterrupted, with construction carefully scheduled around active proceedings. This allowed modernization to happen without stopping the work of the courts.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1976

Floors above the ground: 7

Website: http://dccourts.gov

GPS coordinates: 38.89420,-77.01900

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08