4 verbatim requirements from document (unlisted) [unlisted] Judge BranningZoom Rules for Court.
20th Judicial Circuit. Procedural information only; not legal advice.
Verbatim from https://www.ca.cjis20.org/pdf/judge/Judge%20BranningZoom%20Rules%20for%20Court.pdf, harvested 2026-07-25; whitespace normalised only. • Preparation • Each participant will need a device with a microphone and camera, with internet access on the same device. • All participants must have a video and sound turned on in their Zoom settings. • Participants should attempt to provide adequate lighting and sound for the judge to clearly see and hear them. • Participants are encouraged to test Zoom before the hearing, including downloading the app at least one day before the hearing if using a tablet or phone. • The Hearing • All participants must have video and sound turned on in their Zoom settings. • Participants will be placed on mute when entering the meeting. • Each participant should ensure there are no distractions • Do not join the Zoom meeting while in a moving vehicle. • Please do not leave the meeting; once the host begins the session, you will be placed into the • A headset is recommended. • Only 1 microphone and speaker system should be active per physical location to avoid a loud screeching sound. -- 2 of 3 -- • Be sure to mute yourself when you are not speaking. • The share‐screen function may be used by participants to display exhibits, but permission must be requested from the judge during the hearing.
Preparation • Each participant will need a device with a microphone and camera, with internet access on the same device. • All participants must have a video and sound turned on in their Zoom settings. • Participants should attempt to provide adequate lighting and sound for the judge to clearly see and hear them. • Participants are encouraged to test Zoom before the hearing, including downloading the app at least one day before the hearing if using a tablet or phone.
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Judge Bell caps motions and responses at 5 pages for UMC hearings and 12 pages for special-set hearings.
Judge Alijewicz requires every motion for attorney's fees and/or costs to attach a document detailing time records — no records, no fee award.
Judge Corlew bars informal contact: every communication with the Court must be in writing, filed with the Clerk, with copies furnished to all parties — and no calls to the JA to schedule or cancel UMC.