Rule 35. Courtroom Conduct
Oklahoma Statutes AnnotatedLocal District Court RulesEffective: February 1, 2008
Effective: February 1, 2008
OK 23 District Court Rule 35
Rule 35. Courtroom Conduct
As members of the Bar, lawyers owe duties of professionalism to their clients, opposing parties and their counsel, the courts and other tribunals, and the public as a whole. Those duties include among others; civility, professional integrity, personal dignity, candor, diligence, respect, courtesy, cooperation, and competence. Your personal appearance and conduct in the courtroom is visible evidence of your respect for the rule of law and the administration of justice. Lawyers shall conduct their business before the Court in an appropriate and professional manner at all times and shall extend courtesy and civility toward the opposing counsel, the Court and the members of the Court's staff.
The following guidelines are provided to counsel for proper courtroom decorum:
13. All attorneys shall wear appropriate attire. Men shall wear coats and ties. Women shall wear professional attire, i.e. conservative dresses, suits and pantsuits. Appropriate attire for attorneys does not include jeans, warm-ups, jogging suits, sweats, shorts or other casual or athletic clothing, including athletic shoes. Accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities on notice to the court.
Credits
Adopted effective February 1, 2008.
Oklahoma 23rd District Court Rule 35, OK R 23 DIST CT Rule 35
Current with amendments received through April 15, 2024. Some rules may be more current, see credits for details.
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