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The Indiana Court of Appeals hears oral argument in some cases. Most oral arguments are heard in the Court of Appeals Courtroom on the 4th floor of the Indiana Statehouse, though a few are heard in the Supreme Court Courtroom on the 3rd floor to allow for webcasting. Cell Phone and Camera Policy During Oral Argument: Court rules prohibit the use of any type of camera in the courtroom during oral argument without prior approval of the court and require that all cell phones be turned off. Anyone who violates this policy will be removed from the courtroom. The Court of Appeals has additional information for the media. View the Court of Appeals Oral Argument Calendar Watch available Oral Argument Webcasts Frequently Asked Questions About Court of Appeals Oral Arguments
Traveling Oral Arguments The practice of hearing oral argument around the state expanded significantly at the time of the Court's centennial in 2001. That year, as part of its centennial celebration, the Court held oral arguments in every part of the state and decided to continue the practice every year. Sites for ‘traveling oral arguments' are often Indiana's four law schools, colleges and universities, high schools, or county courthouses. The Court has also heard oral argument in hotels as part of legal conferences, at a hospital, at tourist sites, and in retirement communities. Following oral argument, members of the Court and the attorneys stay to answer questions about the Indiana judicial process from audience members. If your school or bar association would like to host a Court of Appeals oral argument, please contact the Court at (317) 234-4859. | |||
