Don’t
make faces or gestures—they may give the judge a bad
impression.
Don't
interrupt your attorney every few minutes.
Don't
interrupt others.
Don't
glare at your spouse or the opposing attorney.
Don't
speak to the judge if you have an attorney - unless
asked to.
Don’t
use slang—unless you are quoting exactly what someone
said.
Don’t
argue with the judge—once the judge makes a
decision, do not argue about it.
What
to
call
people
in
court
Never
use
just
a
first
name.
Instead,
use
the
following
names
for
people
in
court:
|
Who |
What to call the
person |
|
The Judge
|
Your Honor
|
|
Witnesses
and the lawyer
or person
representing the
other side
|
Their last name,
for example, Mr.
Perry |
|
Sheriff or
Deputy Sheriff
|
Mr. or Madam
Sheriff or
Deputy Sheriff |
|
Court Clerk
|
Mr. or Madam
Clerk/Registrar |
Directly