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Judge III Chief District Judge Amos L. Mazzant's rules set a pre-motion procedure for covered motions. Pretrial motions in criminal cases are referred to magistrate judges, except for specific motions.
The rule requires mask requirement. All visitors must wear masks in Sherman Courthouses except witnesses testifying and attorneys examining witnesses or addressing juries.
Yes. Judge III Chief District Judge Amos L. Mazzant's rules include a junior lawyer participation incentive. Parties must contact law clerk to request oral argument by newer attorney after briefing is complete.
Parties must contact law clerk to request oral argument by newer attorney after briefing is complete.
Court will grant oral argument requests for newer attorneys if practicable, provide extra time, allow experienced counsel to speak, and suggest opposing counsel reciprocate.
Attorneys with less than 7 years experience who argue motions receive preferential treatment including increased likelihood of oral argument, additional time, and permission for multiple attorneys to argue.
All visitors must wear masks in Sherman Courthouses except witnesses testifying and attorneys examining witnesses or addressing juries.
Fully vaccinated court employees and tenants must wear masks in Sherman Courthouses unless excused by judge.
Unvaccinated court employees and tenants must wear masks in Sherman Courthouses unless excused by judge.
All persons except jurors must bring their own masks when entering Sherman Courthouses.
All persons must maintain social distancing and follow staff instructions in Sherman Courthouses.
All persons must use hand sanitizer at front door when entering Sherman Courthouses.
Pretrial motions in criminal cases are referred to magistrate judges, except for specific motions.