A. Counsel Conduct. Counsel must speak clearly from counsel table unless permitted to approach the bench. Counsel shall address witnesses, opposing counsel, and jurors by last name; arguments must be directed to the court. Counsel must identify themselves on the record at the start of the hearing. 

   B. Timeliness and Attire. Parties and attorneys must appear on time and be prepared to proceed. Failure to appear may result in dismissal or other sanctions. Attorneys must wear ordinary business attire.

   C. Courtroom Behavior. All persons must be seated promptly and remain quiet and orderly. No cellphone use, eating, drinking, or distracting conduct is permitted.

   D. Searches. At the direction of the court, security officers may search any person entering the courtroom for weapons, destructive devices, or other prohibited items.

   E. Electronic Devices. Use of cell phones or electronic devices is prohibited without permission of the court. Violations may result in removal or confiscation. This rule does not alter the Supreme Court’s expanded media coverage rules (Neb. Ct. R. § 6-2003 et seq.).