Ill. R. Cir. Ct. McHenry Cnty. 1.14

As amended through September 23, 2024

Rule 1.14 - COURT DECORUM

A. It shall be the responsibility of each judge sitting within the Twenty-Second 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. Disturbances. Any unwarranted loitering, disorderly conduct, or other 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, 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. Alcoholic beverages and narcotics. No person shall enter into or remain in a court facility while under the influence of alcoholic beverages 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. Dogs and other animals, except Seeing Eye dogs or other guide dogs, shall not be brought into any court facility without leave of court.

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

Ill. R. Cir. Ct. McHenry Cnty. 1.14