Copying and Removal of Court Papers

1. Copying U.S. District Court of Maryland Local Rules (December 1, 2025) official recording of a court proceeding in connection with any radio or television broadcast. d. Any judge may authorize a court reporter privately retained by one or more parties to record a court proceeding if any official court reporter or official electronic recorder is unavailable or unable to perform the necessary recording. 2. Photographing, Video Recording, and Televising Courthouse Spaces a) Courtrooms and Other Public Spaces Unless otherwise ordered by the Chief Judge, no courtroom or other public space in the courthouse may be photographed, video recorded, or televised except as follows: i. On the day of naturalization proceedings, persons being naturalized and their families and friends may use cameras in the public spaces on the first floor; ii. On the day of receptions or other social events, persons attending the event may use cameras in the space where the event is being held; and iii. Employees of the General Services Administration and GSA architects and contractors may use cameras in the courtrooms and other public spaces when court is not in session. b) Office Spaces Cameras may not be used in any office within the courthouse except with the approval of the person in charge of the office. 3. Penalties Any camera, recording device, or other equipment used in violation of this Rule may be impounded. Any violation of this Rule may be treated as a contempt of court and any violator who is a member of the Bar may be subjected to the disciplinary action of the Court. RULE 507. COPYING AND REMOVAL OF COURT PAPERS 1. Copying Requests for copies of documents which are part of the public record may be processed by either the Clerk’s Office or the copy service designated by the Court.