Please be advised, due to the risks associated with the  severe winter weather and the related hazardous road conditions in East Baton Rouge Parish and the surrounding area, the Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit will be CLOSED on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.  All filings due Wednesday, February 17, 2021, or which become due during this closure shall be deemed timely if filed on or before Thursday, February 18, 2021.   This closure shall not affect this court’s administration of emergency matters.