Pretrial conferences and orders . Pretrials are not scheduled unless a jury demand is filed. Litigants need to be present unless excused by the court. Criminal pretrial procedures Pretrial conferences and orders . Criminal and traffic cases automatically for pretrial when jury demand is filed.
Criminal defendants are to be present.
Trial Voir dire . Voir dire is conducted by the court with parties given latitude to ask follow-up questions. Proper courtroom etiquette observed. No hats, food, drinks, or reading of newspapers when court is in session. Appropriate attire required for attorneys and litigants.