Local Rule LCvR 39.3: Use of Electronic Communication Devices, Photographs or Recording Devices
E.D. Okla. — Civil rule
LCvR 39.3 Use of Electronic Communication Devices, Photographs or Recording Devices.
The taking of photographs and operation of recording devices and radio or television broadcasting in the courthouse during the progress of, or in connection with judicial proceedings, including proceedings before a Magistrate Judge, whether or not court is actually in session, are prohibited unless prior leave is granted by the Court.
The Court prohibits use of cellular telephones, pagers, or other electronic communication devices in the courtroom. A Judge may, however, permit (1) the use of electronic or photographic means for the presentation of evidence or the perpetuation of a record; (2) the broadcasting, televising, recording, or photographing of investitive, ceremonial, or naturalization proceedings; and (3) the use of electronic communication devices by attorneys as authorized by General Order No. 13-02.
As used in this Rule, the term "courthouse" means anyplace within the Ed Edmondson Federal Building in Muskogee, Oklahoma, or any other place in this district where federal proceedings are being conducted.