Rule 26 – Presence of Counsel

After a case has been submitted to the jury and the jury has retired for deliberations, counsel shall not leave the courthouse without permission of the court. The court may permit counsel to leave the courthouse upon appropriate conditions. If counsel is absent from...

Rule 25 – Verdict

(a)Non-Jury Cases. The court shall return its verdict within a reasonable time after trial. (b)Jury Cases. The verdict shall be unanimous and shall be returned by the jury in open court. (c) Poll of Jury. When a verdict is returned and before it is recorded the jury...

Rule 24 – Trial Procedure

(a)Circuit Court – District Division (1)Opening Statements. Opening statements are not permitted in circuit court – district division trials except with permission of the court for good cause shown. When opening statements are permitted, the prosecution...

Rule 45 – Taxation of Costs

(a)Costs. Costs shall be allowed as of course to the prevailing party as provided by these rules, unless the court otherwise directs. (1) Taxation of Costs. Upon written request, the clerk shall tax costs in any case, which shall include the fees of the court and fees...