Travis Cnty. L. R. Proc. & Decorum 4.2

As amended through August 6, 2024
Rule 4.2 - Recess

When the Judge announces a recess, the bailiff or deputy shall state: 'All rise.'

And all shall remain standing until the Judge leaves the courtroom, whereupon the bailiff shall announce: "The Court is now in recess'.

In reconvening after a recess, the bailiff or deputy shall call the courtroom to order and request everyone to rise as the Judge enters and shall state:

"Please be seated."

Before a recess of a jury trial, the jury will be excused, and all other persons present shall remain seated while the bailiff conducts the jury from the courtroom into the jury room.

After a recess, the bailiff or deputy shall direct all jurors to the jury room and shall call the courtroom to order and request everyone to rise as the Judge enters, as in non-jury trials. After everyone is reseated, the jury shall be returned to the jury box from the jury room.

Travis Cnty. L. R. Proc. & Decorum 4.2

Amended 10/15/2022.