Article 145. Order in a Court Session

Upon entrance of judges into the courtroom and when they are leaving the courtroom, all those present in the room shall stand up.

The participants in the trial shall address the court with the words: "Dear court!" They shall give their explanations and testimonies to the court, answers to questions while standing up. Deviation from this rule can be allowed only with the permission of the presiding judge.

The court session shall be held in conditions that ensure the normal operation of the court and the safety of the participants in the trial. The actions of the persons present in the courtroom and carrying out photography, video recording, broadcasting of the court session on radio and television with permission of the court, should not interfere with the order in the court session. These actions may be limited in time by the court.

In the event of a violation of order during the session, the presiding judge, on behalf of the court, shall issue a warning to the person who committed the violation. In case of repeated violation of the order, the said person may be removed from the courtroom by order of the presiding judge.

All persons in the courtroom shall listen to the decision of the court while standing up.