description Licht Judicial Complex Overview
The Licht Judicial Complex, formerly known as the Providence County Courthouse, is a court facility in Providence, Rhode Island. It houses the Rhode Island Supreme Court, the Providence/Bristol County Superior Court, the State Law Library, and administrative offices of the Rhode Island Superior Court. The complex is used by members of the public, attorneys, judges, jurors, and court staff for the state's highest court and for county-level trial proceedings.
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What was the Licht Judicial Complex called before?
It was formerly known as the Providence County Courthouse. The complex is located at 250 Benefit Street in Providence, Rhode Island. [Rhode Island Judiciary](https://www.courts.ri.gov/programs-services/Pages/Licht%20Judicial%20Complex.aspx)
Which courts are housed in the Licht Judicial Complex?
The building houses the Rhode Island Supreme Court and the Providence/Bristol County Superior Court. It also contains the State Law Library and administrative offices of the Rhode Island Judiciary. [Rhode Island Judiciary](https://www.courts.ri.gov/Courts/superiorcourt/Documents/SuperiorKnowYourCourts.pdf)
Where does the Providence/Bristol County Superior Court meet?
It operates from the Licht Judicial Complex at 250 Benefit Street in Providence. Rhode Island uses a combined Providence/Bristol County Superior Court, unlike its separate county complexes in Kent, Washington, and Newport counties. [Rhode Island Judiciary](https://www.courts.ri.gov/Courts/superiorcourt/Pages/Main-Contacts.aspx)
Is the Licht Judicial Complex an active courthouse or a historic museum?
It is an active Rhode Island court facility containing the state's Supreme Court, a Superior Court, and judicial offices. Visitors should treat it as a working courthouse and consult the Judiciary for current courtroom or office access information.
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