All trials and hearings in the Circuit Court shall be recorded digitally unless otherwise ordered. Copies of any digitally recorded proceeding should be requested through the Circuit Clerk's Office with payment for any fees assessed by the Clerk.

With the exception of actions for emergency relief or temporary restraining orders, there should be no ex parte communication with the Judge by counsel or parties in criminal or civil actions. Attorneys should advise their clients of the inability of the Court to discuss pending matters. Upon agreement of the parties in advance, and generally on issues such as scheduling or bond modification, either side may approach the Court on the agreed upon issue only.