A. Attorneys shall be attired in business wear while present in court, whether in the courtroom or in chambers.

   1. Unacceptable attire includes T-shirts, sleeveless tops such as tank tops, halter tops, spaghetti-strap tops, or any top that does not completely cover the midriff area, clothing which is excessively tight, low-cut, revealing, or sheer, shorts, denim, flip-flop sandals, slippers, Crocs, or tennis shoes (unless medically necessary).

   2. Business wear for women includes suits, dresses, skirts (extending below the fingertip), or dress slacks (Capri pants can be worn if they are no shorter than mid-calf length and are worn in the same manner as dress slacks, i.e., with a jacket or dress shirt). Dress shoes are required.

   3. Business wear for men includes suits, collared shirts and ties, and dress slacks worn with jackets. Dress shoes are required.

   B. Photography, video recording, audio recording, or communication of any information using any electronic equipment, including a cellular telephone from inside the courtroom, is prohibited without prior authorization of the judge, and except as separately authorized by Neb. Ct. R. § 6-2001 et seq., Rules for Expanded News Media Coverage in Nebraska Trial Courts. Anyone using an electronic device may be found in contempt of court and removed from the courthouse. Devices may also be confiscated.

  C. Upon order of the court, any person may be subjected to a search of his or her person for possession of recording devices, photo-imaging devices, cellular telephones, or weapons.

Approved effective September 29, 1995; Rule 3-6(A) amended January 3, 2003; original Rule 3-6 deleted and replaced, February 2019, approved May 1, 2019; Rule 3-6 amended February 18, 2026.