LAC 22:XV.1131 – Right to Closed Proceedings (or a Cleared Courtroom)

A. In accordance with La. Ch.C. Art. 407, the parent's attorney should be aware of who is in the courtroom during a hearing and should request the courtroom be cleared of individuals not related to the case when appropriate.
B. The attorney should be attuned to the client's comfort level with people outside of the case hearing about the client's family.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 15:148.

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Office of the Governor, Public Defender Board, LR 37:328 (January 2011).