SCR 68.01

(1) This chapter is promulgated by the supreme court to promote

communication among circuit courts, county officials, court planners, architects

and contractors concerning court facilities and security issues. It recognizes the

constitutionally appropriate participation of the supreme court and circuit courts in

addressing their facilities and staffing needs and priorities within the constraints

established by funding limitations and budget priorities. This chapter recognizes

the court's authority to direct activities and policies of the director of state courts

and of the judiciary. It is intended to assist counties and courts in making sound

decisions about the court facilities that serve the citizens of their Wisconsin

communities.

(2) This chapter establishes a flexible framework for courts' participation in

decision-making regarding court facilities while recognizing the wide range of

needs and circumstances which exist in counties across the state.

(3) The standards in this chapter apply to existing court facilities, to the

construction, remodeling and relocation of court facilities and to the review and

approval of court facilities under SCR 68.03 (2) and (4).

(4) All court facilities should be designed and maintained to support the

security and safety of judicial officers, participants in court proceedings, staff, and

members of the public.