Lincoln County Circuit Court, Wisconsin Document Format Requirements

CRITICAL

Remote appearances must use audiovisual means, occur in an appropriate environment, and meet the stated attire, camera, field-of-view, and identification requirements.

Remote appearance before the Lincoln County Circuit Court shall be by audiovisual means, not by audio alone. Persons appearing remotely shall appear from a quiet, distraction-free environment that does not detract from the dignity of the proceedings and shall be properly attired. Persons appearing remotely shall have their camera in a fixed location and shall remain in the camera’s field of view during the proceedings. Persons appearing remotely must properly identify themselves when joining the Court’s meeting room.

WARNING

The Court generally permits attorneys to appear remotely for non-evidentiary proceedings other than Final Pre-Trial after one general request per case, provided they continue to meet the stated conduct and preparedness expectations.

The Court generally permits remote appearance by attorneys for non-evidentiary proceedings, excluding any Final Pre-Trial, after a one time, general request in a case provided they are demonstrating, on an ongoing basis, the ability to appear on time, properly attired, prepared, and to conduct themselves appropriately.