Judge David Counts
Communication
Electronic Device
Chambers
Photography Recording
Chambers
Cell Phone
Chambers
Violation Penalties
Chambers
Detailed Drafting Rules
Only attorneys and associates may bring electronic devices into courthouse
At the discretion of the Court, only attorneys and accompanying associates may bring cellular telephones and other electronic devices into the United States Courthouse (200 E. Wall Street, Midland, Texas; 410 S. Cedar, Pecos, Texas; and 2450 N. Highway 118, Alpine, Texas). No other individuals are permitted this privilege.
Electronic Device
Direct to: Chambers
- Status Inquiries
Photographing, recording, broadcasting, or televising prohibited without court authorization
The photographing, recording, broadcasting or televising of any person, object, or proceeding inside the United States Courthouse (Midland, Pecos, and Alpine) IS not permitted, unless authorized by the Court.
Photography Recording
Direct to: Chambers
- Status Inquiries
Cell phones must be turned off in courtrooms
Cellular telephones must be turned off while inside any courtroom.
Cell Phone
Direct to: Chambers
- Status Inquiries
Cell phones may be used outside courtroom if reasonable and non-disruptive
Cellular telephones may be used outside the courtroom provided they are used in a reasonable and non-disruptive manner.
Cell Phone
Direct to: Chambers
- Status Inquiries
Violations result in removal, fines, and forfeiture of devices
Anyone violating this Order is subject to removal from the United States Courthouse, being fined for disobedience of this Order, and having the electronic device(s) forfeited to the United States Marshals Service.
Violation Penalties
Direct to: Chambers
- Status Inquiries