U.S. District Court - Northern District of Florida - The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, established in 1847, is one of three federal judicial districts in the state and serves the northern region of Florida through its four divisions located in Gainesville, Panama City, Pensacola, and Tallahassee. The court has jurisdiction over a wide range of federal cases, including civil rights disputes, criminal prosecutions, immigration matters, environmental litigation, and constitutional challenges. It handles both civil and criminal cases arising under federal law and serves numerous counties across North Florida. Staffed by Article III judges, magistrate judges, and court personnel, the court plays a crucial role in administering justice and ensuring access to the federal legal system throughout its jurisdiction.
