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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowThe Indiana Supreme Court is interested in obtaining comments from judges, attorneys and the general public as it considers changes to the following Rules of Court:
Waiver of Counsel by Juveniles – new rule dealing with procedure before a child can say he does not want an attorney
Electronic Transcripts – allow certain electronic transcripts to be filed on appeal
Electronically Filed Briefs – two proposals for submitting electronic briefs
Acknowledgement of Oral Arguments – deals with the oral argument order handed down by the appellate clerk
Temporary Appearances in Criminal Cases – provides procedures for withdrawal of representation
Small Claims Venue – brings township small claims court venue rules in line with similar courts
Summary Judgment – deals with a trial court judge’s authority to alter certain time limits
Special Judge Selection – proposal clarifies the selection of a special judge
Rules of Evidence – revisions to increase the degree of conformity of Indiana’s Rules to Federal Rules
The descriptions above are brief outlines of the proposed changes. Details about the proposed rule changes and instructions on submitting comments (due June 5) can be found at http://courts.in.gov/4044.htm.•
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