(a) Prohibited Activities. The following may not be done in connection with a judicial
proceeding anywhere on a floor where a courtroom is located:
(1) taking photographs;
(2) making sound recordings (except by court reporters in the performance of their
duties and Judicial Conference approved digital audio recordings made utilizing court-
owned equipment); and
(3) broadcasting by radio, television, or any other means.
(b) Exceptions. The court may permit these activities when they are incidental to
investitive, ceremonial, or naturalization proceedings.
