D.D.C. LCrR 53.1

(a) PHOTOGRAPHING, RECORDING, BROADCASTING, AND

LIVESTREAMING IN THE COURTHOUSE.

The taking of photographs, recording by audio and video means, broadcasting, and

livestreaming of judicial proceedings, are prohibited, unless explicitly permitted under

the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure or by the Judicial Conference of the United States.

Such activities are also prohibited generally in the courthouse, regardless of whether

court is in session. See Electronic Device Policy of the U.S. Courts of the D.C. Circuit.

Photographing, recording, broadcasting, and livestreaming investiture, ceremonial, or

naturalization proceedings, as well as educational programs, may be permitted with prior

approval of the Court.

(b) SKETCHING OR DRAWING JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS.

Sketch artists credentialed by the Court may sketch or draw judicial proceedings from a

courtroom, overflow room, or media room with prior authorization of the Court. Under

no circumstances may an artist depict the faces or other characteristics of jurors or

prospective jurors (simple silhouettes are permissible). Only authorized sketch artists are

permitted to draw or sketch in District Court courtrooms, overflow rooms, or media

rooms. See D.D.C. Sketch Artist Policy.