courtroom decorum
Judicial behavior standards
Courtroom decorum is the formal behavior expected in a court of law—standing when the judge enters, addressing the bench as "Your Honor," speaking only when permitted, dressing appropriately.
Violations can result in contempt charges.
The judge warned the spectators to maintain courtroom decorum or face removal.
- all riseCommand to stand
- robeLong loose outer garment
- gavelSmall ceremonial hammer
- benchShared seating surface
- formalityStrict observance of convention
court is in session · professionalism · dress code · proper attire · respect · civility · order · deference · stillness · protocols · punctuality · composure · sidebar · propriety · sworn testimony · under oath · solemnity · hush
courtroom decorumrowdiness
Noisy, disorderly behavior
informality · casual conversation · contempt of court · disorderly conduct · insubordination
courtroom decorumpandemonium
State of utter confusion
bedlam · disorder · mayhem · uproar · disruption
courtroom decorumcontempt of court
Disobedience toward judicial authority
insolence · disrespect · defiance · insubordination · impertinence