These instructions are designed to promote civility, efficiency and professionalism in courtroom conduct in cases tried before this Court.
Trials can be inherently stressful.
Adherence to these suggested procedures should lead to a less stressful, fair and efficient trial. The Court makes every effort to commence proceedings at the scheduled time. Similarly, counsel and witnesses should be on time for each court session. The Court makes every effort to ensure that the trier of fact receives six hours of uninterrupted testimony during every trial day. Trial dates take precedence over any other business.