# Expansion of Italian judicial proximity offices

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/expansion-of-italian-judicial-proximity-offices
> Updated: 2026-10-15T11:27:15.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 3.

Local administrations in Italy are expanding the reach of judicial services through the establishment and reinforcement of ‘Ufficio di Prossimità’ (Proximity Offices). These offices aim to bring legal assistance closer to citizens, reducing the necessity of traveling to central courts for administrative procedures.

In the Campania region, the Salerno Court is opening a new office in Minori. This collaboration between the Municipality of Minori, the Salerno Court, and the Campania Region is intended to serve approximately 18,300 residents across seven municipalities, including Maiori, Cetara, Conca dei Marini, Ravello, Scala, and Tramonti. The office will provide orientation, information on legal protections, and support for administrative procedures. This follows previous expansions in the Gorga district of Stio and in Telese Terme.

In Sicily, the Agrigento Court has introduced three proximity offices in Campobello di Licata, Racalmuto, and Raffadali. Supported by the Sicilian Region and the Ministry of Justice, this initiative seeks to overcome geographical and connectivity challenges in inland and mountainous areas to assist vulnerable citizens.

In Tuscany, a network of 30 service points across 76 municipalities, including San Gimignano, continues to provide free assistance for legal practices. Officials have noted the social value of these offices in supporting individuals facing economic hardship or isolation.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Italy expands judicial proximity offices to improve citizen access

New judicial proximity offices are opening in Italy, including in the Amalfi Coast and Agrigento, to provide easier access to legal services and administrative support for local citizens.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-expands-judicial-proximity-offices-to-improve-citizen-access

### 2026-09-29: Italy expands local access to judicial services via proximity offices

Italian municipalities are implementing 'Ufficio di Prossimità' to provide local, free judicial assistance and simplify legal procedures for citizens without requiring travel to central courts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-expands-local-access-to-judicial-services-via-proximity-offices

### 2026-09-26: Stio to open new judicial Proximity Office in Cilento

A new Proximity Office will open in Stio to provide accessible judicial services and legal assistance to the Cilento region as part of a Campania Region initiative.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stio-to-open-new-judicial-proximity-office-in-cilento

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