1. Clothing: DO dress as if you are going to a professional job interview. DO button shirts. DON’T wear: Shorts Cut-offs Tank Tops Swim Wear Clothing with obscenity on it Micro-mini skirts Shirts that expose your tummy Work-out clothes 2. Phones: All mobile phones and pagers will be turned off while in court. 3. Food & Drink: No Food No Drinks N

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