[4][5] MTS feared that the extension of the Blue Line to UCSD would only compound issues in the area.

The transit agency chose to build the station three blocks east of America Plaza, between the Hall of Justice and San Diego Central Courthouse, which at the time was about to begin construction.

Top court officials and San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore opposed the station, saying that it would jeopardize the safety and security of the courthouse.

[7] Construction on the station began in August 2017, requiring multiple weekend shutdowns of the Orange Line.

[2][9] Orange Line trains reach Courthouse station using a single siding track and passengers board and alight using a single side platform, while Blue and Silver line trains bypass the station on the two main tracks.