Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 1-1.17

As amended through September 23, 2024

Rule 1-1.17 - Courtroom Decorum

A. It shall be the responsibility of each Judge sitting within the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit to enforce proper courtroom decorum of all court staff, attorneys and persons within the courtroom in which he is presiding.

B. Improper behavior shall immediately be brought to the attention of the particular individual involved and, if not corrected, the Court may take appropriate action.

C. Any conduct in a court facility which creates loud or unusual noise or a nuisance; which unreasonably obstructs the usual entrances, foyers, lobbies, corridors, offices, elevators, work areas, stairways or courtrooms; which otherwise impedes or disrupts the performance of official duties by Judges and/or court personnel; or which prevents the general public from obtaining the services provided in the various court facilities in a safe and timely manner is prohibited.

D. No person shall enter into or remain in a court facility while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This prohibition shall not apply in cases where a drug is being used as prescribed for a patient by a licensed physician.

E. Dogs and other animals, except service animals, shall not be brought into any court facility without leave of Court.

F. Distribution, posting or affixing materials, such as pamphlets, handbills or flyers, on bulletin boards or elsewhere within or upon any court facility is prohibited, except as authorized.

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 1-1.17

Amended effective 10/24/2016.