When attending court, please take notice of how you present yourself. Your clothes and conduct say more about you than you realize.

Courtroom

Rules and Conduct

Do not wear ripped jeans or shirts, shorts, tank tops, muscle tees, mini skirts, short dresses, flip flops, tennis shoes, or any other open toed shoes.

Do be modest, business casual attire clothing is appropriate.

Be on time, court will not wait for you. Best to be 30 minutes early.

Make sure you have everything you need for your case. Look at the judge and other staff when they are speaking to you, answer loud and clear.

Refer to the judge as "Your Honor". Be polite to all the courtroom staff and officers.

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NO CELL PHONES - Best to leave your cell phone in the car, if you bring it inside the courtroom, be sure to silence or turn your phone off.

NO WEAPONS - Guns or any other type of weapon is not allowed in the courtroom.

Gum is not allowed in the courtroom, the judge will ask you to remove your sunglasses and/or hats. Best to leave them at home or in the car.

Do not speak over or interrupt the judge or the other parties. Wait your turn to share your side.