La. Admin. Code tit. 40 § I-5543

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 5, May 20, 2024

Section I-5543 - Workers' Compensation Courtroom Decorum

A. The following shall be observed in the opening of workers' compensation court and general courtroom decorum.

1. The bailiff shall open each session of workers' compensation court with an appropriate recitation and order.

2. No tobacco in any form will be permitted at any time.

3. No food or beverage shall be brought into the courtroom.

B. As officers of the workers' compensation court, attorneys are reminded of their obligations to assist in maintaining the dignity of the court. All attorneys and other officers of the court shall dress appropriately. For gentlemen, this means a coat and tie. For ladies, this means appropriate professional attire.

La. Admin. Code tit. 40, § I-5543

Promulgated by the Louisiana Department of Labor, Office of Workers' Compensation Administration, LR 25:267 (February 1999), amended LR 25:1861 (October 1999).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 23:1310.1.