The Trumbull County Court of Common Pleas announced Thursday that the general division has suspended all civil jury trials from now until further notice amid the coronavirus outbreak.

The court will evaluate the need for criminal jury trials on a case-by-case basis with consideration of the constitutional right to a speedy trial in mind.

Jurors scheduled to report on March 16 do not need to appear.

The court is working with other county officials, including the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department and the Trumbull County Health Department, to address the safety and health concerns while balancing public safety issues.

The court remains open during regular business hours, but they encourage those who are sick, both the public and staff, to stay home and seek medical care if needed.