Local Rule 5073-1: DEVICES PROHIBITED IN COURTHOUSE; BROADCASTING BY THE COURT
Bankr. D. Vt. — General rule
RULE 5073-1. DEVICES PROHIBITED IN COURTHOUSE; BROADCASTING BY THE COURT.
(a) Prohibition against Certain Devices. The use of electronic devices by parties other than attorneys and court staff is expressly prohibited in any court facility, except with the Court's permission. Failure to follow this Rule will be grounds for refusal of admission to court facilities and may subject the offender to (1) detention, arrest, and prosecution as provided by law, or (2) sanctions imposed by the Court.
(b) Limited Permission for Attorneys. An attorney may use an electronic device for work purposes while in the courtroom if the device is silent and does not disrupt, delay, or interfere with court proceedings.