The Frank J. Guarini Justice Complex is a judicial complex in Jersey City, New Jersey, that opened in 2026. The complex comprises a five-story building, a one-and-a-half-story building, and a six-story parking garage, that replaces the Hudson County Administration Building, which was built in 1957. The complex is named after New Jersey Democratic politician Frank J. Guarini.
Design The complex shares a single foundation and includes three buildings: a five-story offices and courthouses, a one-and-half story building for Surrogate court, and a six-story, 471-space parking garage. The parking garage has shorter floors than the main building, allowing the five-story courthouse to overhang the six-story garage. A three-story ramp connects the lobby with the main courthouse, providing access while avoiding the higher security lower levels. The complex features a 75-seat cafeteria, a self-help law library, a children’s play area and staff training spaces.
Security The building has several structural safety features, including ballistic rated windows and protection from a total collapse due to an explosion. The new complex also seeks to address security issues that the previous building had, including separate entrances for the public, staff, and inmates, as well as having areas with differing levels of security based on their function.
See also County courthouses in New Jersey Federal courthouses in New Jersey
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