Despite a federal government shutdown that began Wednesday, federal courts throughout Southern California remain open.

The federal judiciary will continue paid operations through Oct. 17, if the shutdown lasts that long, by using court fee balances and other funds not dependent on a new appropriation, according to a memo from the U.S. Courts administrative office.

Most proceedings and deadlines will occur as scheduled. In cases where an attorney from an executive branch agency is not working because of the shutdown, hearing and filing dates may be rescheduled.

The case management/electronic filing system also will remain in operation for electronic filing of documents.

The administrative office initially confirmed that it could continue paid operations through Friday, adding that offic

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