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Courthouses are designed to keep us apart

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Courthouses are designed to keep us apart
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Modern courthouses in the U.S. are designed to keep people apart. In fact, it’s one of their most important features.



All courthouses have some sort of public lobby, and if budget allows, include referential artwork or other grand architectural features that reflect municipal pride, judicial wisdom, and the serious work that happens in the building.  



But behind the scenes, architects describe two hidden, restricted routes. One is for judges, staff, and jurors; another is for def

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