Rule 1.6. Conduct of Court

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CrRLJ 1.6

CONDUCT OF COURT

All judicial proceedings and trials shall be conducted in accordance with these rules. If no

procedure is specifically prescribed by rule, the court may proceed in any lawful manner not

inconsistent with these rules, or with any applicable statute. Questions pertaining to the conduct

of the court and not covered by these rules or appropriate statutes shall be determined by the trial

judge.

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