Court

Court Rules

Municipal court of the city of mclouth, kansas

The following are rules which have been adopted by the McLouth Municipal Court and shall be adhered to by all parties appearing before the Court

I. COURTROOM DECORUM

The conduct and demeanor of attorneys when present during any court proceedings shall reflect respect for the dignity and authority of the court, and the proceedings shall be maintained as an objective search for the appliciable facts and the correct principles of law. An attorney must always stand when addressing the judge and/or witnesses. Attorneys shall at all times treat all witnesses, court personnel and other attorneys in a civil and courteous manner.

All male attorneys appearing in court shall wear a coat and tie. All female attorneys appearing in the court shall be dressed in appropriate attire for an attorney appearing before any court in this state.

II. APPEARANCE IN COURT

1. Appropriate clothing and shoes will be worn.
2. The wearing of hats or caps is not allowed.
3. Food and drinks are not allowed in the Courtroom.
4. While the Court is in session, talking is not allowed, except with authorized Court personnel.
5. Cell phones and pages shall be turned off.
6. When addressing the Court or a witness, you must stand at the council table.
7. There will be no smoking in the Courtroon.
8. No weapons allowed in Court.