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Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Ind. Courts - Steuben bans cell phones
WLKI Angola reports today:
An ordinance which bans cell phones and recording devices from the Steuben County Courthouse was adopted yesterday on all three readings by County Commissioners. Circuit Court Judge Allen Wheat and Superior Court Judge William Fee instituted the ban after part of a closed court hearing was recorded last month. County Attorney Don Stuckey said the ordinance language reflects the wishes of the judges. The order bars cell phones, cameras and recording devices of any kind in the courthouse. An exception would be made on election nights. Employees of the courthouse and attorneys will not be covered by this policy. Violators could be charged with a Class C infracture and face a fine of up to $500.
Posted by Marcia Oddi on January 17, 2007 04:58 PM
Posted to Indiana Courts