Judge Jayson M. Clark

Applies to

Criminal remote proceeding

At the beginning of a criminal remote proceeding, the judge should make a record and inquire whether the defendant knows of and waives the right to be physically present in court.

Applies to

Draft order or judgment

Must include

proposed order

Unless the court directs otherwise, the attorney or prevailing party must promptly prepare and present a required draft order or judgment with proof of service on opposing counsel.

Applies to

Summons notice or court order setting court date

Summonses, notices, and court orders setting dates with an option for remote appearance must include the Zoom Meeting ID and password, courthouse address, and courtroom number.

Motions in limine must be filed 7 days before the final pretrial.

The statement of the case and witness list must be filed before the final pretrial.

The proponent must file evidence depositions and exhibits at least 14 days before the final pretrial.

All matters set for trial in the First Judicial Circuit are continued for 60 days from March 20, 2020.

Criminal matters set for trial are continued for 60 days from March 20, 2020, and the resulting delay is not attributable to the State or the defendant for section 103-5 purposes.

Chief Judges may continue trials until further order of the Illinois Supreme Court.

Applies to

Statement of case and witness list

The statement of the case and witness list must be electronically filed before the final pretrial.

Applies to

Evidence depositions and exhibits

Evidence depositions and exhibits must be submitted electronically through the Court's e-filing system.

Applies to

Pleadings, exhibits, and proposed orders

Pleadings, exhibits, and proposed orders must be submitted electronically through the Circuit Clerk's office, unless the requirement has been waived for a self-represented litigant.