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Kenedy County Justice Courts — Courtroom Rules and Decorum (conduct, dress code, procedure, security)

High confidence· verified September 10, 2026Divisional InstructionsCourtroom Rules and Decorum, Kenedy County Justice of the Peace page (www.kenedycountytx.gov); captured 2026-09-10.

Summary

The justice courts' posted courtroom rules: respectful conduct, devices off or silenced with no recording, no private conversations, no children unless appearing, no food or drink; dress code; arrive on time and sign in, address the judge as "Your Honor", speak only when recognized; weapons prohibited; non-compliance may mean removal, contempt, or delay or dismissal of the case.

Applies to

Applies to appearances in the Kenedy County justice courts (posted on the county's Justice of the Peace page; the document names no precinct, so it is carried county-wide for the justice courts).

Requirement

COURTROOM RULES AND DECORUM GENERAL CONDUCT. All persons shall conduct themselves in a respectful and orderly manner toward the Judge, court staff, and all participants. Electronic devices must be turned OFF or SILENCED. NO RECORDING, TEXTING, OR PHONE CALLS. Private conversations are prohibited while court is in session. Disruptive behavior, gestures, or remarks will not be tolerated. Children are not permitted unless appearing before the Court. NO FOOD OR DRINKS. DRESS CODE. Proper courtroom attire is required. No exposed midriffs or suggestive clothing. No tank tops or halter-style garments. No excessively low-rise pants, skirts, or shorts. No exposed undergarments. No clothing with offensive language or images, or advertising alcohol or drugs. NO FLIP-FLOPS, FLASHY JEWELRY, OR HATS. All hats and head coverings must be removed upon entry. COURTROOM PROCEDURE. Arrive on time. Late arrival may result in contempt of court. Sign in with the court clerk. Address the Judge as "Your Honor." Speak only when recognized by the Court. Do not interrupt proceedings. Bring all required documents and extra copies. Witnesses must remain seated until called and answer only the questions asked. SECURITY. WEAPONS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Follow all instructions from court security officers. Report suspicious activity immediately. FAILURE TO COMPLY. Failure to comply with these rules may result in: Removal from the courtroom; Contempt of court; Delay or dismissal of your case.

Source of truth

COURTROOM RULES AND DECORUM GENERAL CONDUCT. All persons shall conduct themselves in a respectful and orderly manner toward the Judge, court staff, and all participants. Electronic devices must be turned OFF or SILENCED. NO RECORDING, TEXTING, OR PHONE CALLS. Private conversations are prohibited while court is in session. Disruptive behavior, gestures, or remarks will not be tolerated. Children ar

Official source: Kenedy County Courts — www.kenedycountytx.gov (county website; Justice of the Peace, District Court and District Clerk pages)
Source health: Healthy · checked September 10, 2026
Effective date: —
Last verified: September 10, 2026benchpath-tx-ajr5-kenedy-ownsite-2026-09-10

Reviewer note: Composed 2026-09-10 from the county-site PDF in BenchPath custody (1 image-only page): transcribed in full from the rendered page. Unattributed to a precinct or judge on its face — no judge join.