LOCAL COURT RULES - Western District of Oklahoma

LCvR39.3(a)Use of Electronic Devices, Photographs, or Tape Recorders at Trial.The taking of photographs and operation of tape recorders and radio ortelevision broadcasting in the courthouse during the progress of or in connection with judicialproceedings, including proceedings before a United States Magistrate Judge, whether or notCourt is actually in session, is prohibited.(b)A judge may, however, permit the use of electronic or photographic means forthe presentation of evidence or the perpetuation of a record, and the broadcasting, televising,recording, or photographing of investitive, ceremonial, or naturalization proceedings.(c)The Court prohibits the use of cellular telephones, pagers, or other electroniccommunication devices in the courtroom. Such devices may be carried on the person withina courtroom only if the device is turned off or non-auditory.LCvR39.4(a)Use of Exhibits at Trial.Marking and Disclosure. Unless otherwise ordered, all exhibits anddocuments which are to be introduced in evidence are to be marked for identification, whichshall include the case number, and physically exchanged or exhibited to opposing counselat least 3 business days before submission of the pretrial report.(b)Withdrawal. Unless otherwise ordered by the Court, all exhibits introducedin evidence in the trial of the case shall be withdrawn at the close of trial and remain in thecustody of the party introducing the evidence. The Court may order the party introducingexhibits which are bulky, heavy, firearms, or controlled substances to retain custody of suchexhibits during the trial. Any such order shall provide for preservation of the exhibit asjustice may require.(c)Photographs for Appeal. Exhibits, diagrams, charts, and drawings on ablackboard may, under the supervision of the Court, be photographed for use on appeal orotherwise.-20-