Law Library Accessibility Policy
The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library is committed to promoting open and equal access to justice for all and does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities. Law Library programs and services comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and are in accordance with recommendations provided by the American Library Association (ALA) and the Harris County ADA Coordinator. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available by request.
Accommodation Requests
If accommodation is required to access Law Library services or resources, accommodation requests must be submitted to the Harris County ADA Coordinator for approval. All accommodation requests must be submitted to the ADA Coordinator at least three (3) business days before the expected visit to the Law Library. Please contact the ADA Coordinator for information on how to acquire an accommodation request form.
If you would like to make a complaint alleging discrimination prohibited by the ADA by a Harris County public entity, contact the Harris County ADA Coordinator for information about completing an ADA grievance form.
Harris County ADA Coordinator
1310 Prairie, Suite 240
Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 274-5404 or (713) 274-5427
HRRMHCADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Assistive Technology
The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library is equipped with assistive technology and equipment for use in-person at the Law Library by patrons with disabilities:
The Assistive Technology Laptop, equipped with:
Dragon Dictation speech-to-text software
Headset with microphone
KIC Click Mini Tabletop scanner with hands-free functions
Wheelchair-accessible public computer station and desk
Windows 10 accessibility tools
Large type, high-contrast keyboards
Trackball easy-use mouse
Magnifying glasses
Magnifying sheet
Detachable desktop monitor magnifier