Courthouse

The Courthouse entrance, with a halal cart outside of it.

The **Courthouse** is a major governmental building in Key-chain, acting as the main judicial center for both the city as well as the entirety of the Augerian Federation. Although still under partial construction, it was one of the first major buildings to be erected in the city of Key-chain; being built by bnbranson with the aid of Mob Drop.

## History

During the very early stages of settlement of Augeria, bnbranson emigrated from his original residence in the Dutch East Indies. Though his intention is highly debated, it is often agreed that it was to help aid in the creation of a lawful society, which Augeria lacked at the time. Upon his arrival, he set up a law venture, named Goldstein Law Offices LLC, and practiced as a small-time personal attorney. Next to the offices, the foundations for the courthouse were drawn up and land was cleared for it's construction.

### Construction and Mob-Drop

The original design was modeled after the many brick-adorned structures found and brought over from the Dutch East Indies, being largely inspired by the Oost-Indisch Huis. A structure on that scale would be a massive undertaking for a sole individual, requiring a large amount of clay for bricks, so bnbranson adopted a small time pack mule to aid him; the beloved Mob Drop. The bulk of intial construction was spent on expeditions far into the frontier lands to harvest clay, and hauling them back to the construction site. This task would be impossible without the aid of Mob Drop, and the many fabled tales of Mob Drop's daring bravery and strength would go on to earn him the title of the "foundation of Augerian justice". It is estimated that the construction of the Courthouse depleted around 90% of Augeria's natural clay deposits found within the country's proper.

### Completion

Although much of the courthouse has been completed and announced safe for operation and use, certain parts of the roof are still uncompleted. When asked about this anomaly, bnbranson claims ignorance.

### Death of Mob Drop

Much of the ceremonies held after murder of Mob Drop were held at the Courthouse, being arguably Mob Drop's greatest contribution to Augeria. He is forever immortalized within the main courtroom, with his posthumous portrait being currently displayed as a centerpiece.

## Court Trials

Any and all federal court trials are held within the Courthouse, as well as any meetings by The Council. The process of passing server-wide legislation must also be held at the Courthouse with an audience of representatives from the respective states of Augeria. Most official server documents are also housed within the court room walls. Court cases are documented and held within the "box of court cases".

### The People v. Ben

The first official court case held, over the murder of Ezra by the then-player Ben near Ezra's prototype rail line. This case happened in tandem with the next court case.

* "Ben is universally accepted to be guilty of murder in the first degree. Defendant had tried to run from trial repeatedly, and denied punishment when proven guilty of the murder of Ezra."

### Tommy v. Ezra Rail LLC

After numerous incidents on the prototype rail line connecting Ezra's Land with Joeville, a court case was called to discuss the implications of the many murders and rights the rail line itself held.

* "Due to the preceding case with Ben, the court, jury, and both attorneys agreed to compromise, that is all members agree to respect the rail and it's path."

### The People v. Dominic

This case precedes and was the cause of the chase that would kill Mob Drop. The implications of the original charges are unknown and vague, depicting the mass hysteria present during the Revolutionary Era.

* "Dominic and his defendant pleas guility to disrespecting the Communist Party, as well as possession of private property. The sentencing and charging was public execution."

## Legacy

The Courthouse stands as an iconic and historic structure dating back to the very founding of Augeria. It has inspired the creation of a brick residential area next to it, housing many important businesses and property within Key-chain.