(a) The Court shall conduct the initial examination of all prospective jurors
touching upon their qualifications to serve as jurors in the pending proceeding. The
parties may submit written questions to be included in the Court's examination, subject to
the Court's discretion.
(b) In all trials, civil and criminal, counsel for the plaintiff and counsel for the
defendant each may be allowed such period of time as approved by the Court to conduct
voir dire examinations of prospective jurors. In cases involving more than one plaintiff
and/or defendant, the time for voir dire shall be divided by counsel for the parties and
additional time shall not be allowed, except that the Court in its discretion may allow
additional time. Except where otherwise ordered by the Court, the jurors shall be
examined collectively.
(See LCrR 24.2) Last revised 4/7/97. See Historical Notes for full revision history.
