Rule 2.8 Decorum, Demeanor, and Communication with Jurors
Rule Text
(A) A judge shall require order and decorum in proceedings before the court.
(B) A judge shall be patient, dignified, and courteous to litigants, jurors, witnesses, lawyers, court staff, court officials, and others with whom the judge deals in an official capacity; and shall require similar conduct of lawyers, court staff, court officials, and others subject to the judge's direction and control.
(C) A judge shall not commend or criticize the verdict of the jury other than in a court order or opinion in a proceeding. However, after the conclusion of a trial a judge is encouraged to express appreciation to the jurors for their service to the judicial system and to the community.
Amendment history: Approved by order of the Supreme Court, 2010 OK 90 , effective April 15, 2011.