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# Rolf M. Thorsen

Rockland County Supreme Court · Supreme Court Justice

## Profile

- Court: Rockland County Supreme Court
- State: New York
- Role: Supreme Court Justice
- Service status: active
- Last verified: 2026-07-26

## Summary

Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge.

## Biography

### Professional career

- Acting Justice, New York Supreme Court, Rockland County, New York, NY, 2017-present
- Judge, New York County Court, Rockland County, NY, 2015-2024
- Before his Westchester appointment, Thorsen was Judge of the Rockland County Court (2014–2024).
- Justice of the Westchester County Supreme Court in New York’s 9th Judicial District, elected in 2023, with a long career in Rockland County courts and local judicial roles
- Acting Justice, Rockland County Supreme Court (2017–2023)
- Judge, New York County Court, Westchester County, NY, 2016-2016
- Town Justice, New York Town and Village Justice Courts, Town of Clarkstown, NY, 2008-2014
- Court Attorney to the Hon. William P. Warren, NYS Unified Court System, Rockland County Family Court, NY, 1997-2014
- Also Town Justice for Clarkstown, NY (2008–2014) and a court attorney for the Rockland County Family Court (1997–2014)
- Westchester County Supreme Court in the Matrimonial Part, assigned to Courtroom 1002, with Clerk Justine Guardiola

### Education

- JD — University at Buffalo — 1986

### Additional information

- Elected to this position on November 7, 2023.
- Acting Surrogate, Rockland County Surrogate's Court, NY, 2017-2019
- Practitioner, Law Office of Rolf M. Thorsen, Esq., NY, 1987-2014
- BA — SUNY at Albany — 1983
- After law school, Thorsen practiced law in Garnerville, NY, and later combined private practice with judicial service.
- He is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the New York State Magistrates Association, Rockland County Magistrates Association, New York State Bar Association, Rockland County Bar Association, and Rockland County Women’s Bar Association

## Before you appear

- Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed.
- Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance.
- Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding.

## Courtroom Rules

### recording and photography

Scope: statewide

New York statewide rules require permission before photographing, filming, videotaping, audiotaping, broadcasting, or telecasting in court facilities, including courtrooms.

Evidence excerpt: Taking photographs, films or videotapes, or audiotaping, broadcasting or telecasting, in a courthouse including any courtroom, office or hallway thereof, at any time or on any occasion, whether or not the court is in session, is forbidden, unless permission of the Chief Administrator of the Courts or a designee of the Chief Administrator is first obtained

[Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true)
Source checked: 2026-07-26

### evidence presentation control

Scope: statewide

The official Guide to New York Evidence identifies court control over presentation of evidence as a statewide evidence topic; counsel should expect the assigned judge to control the mode and order of proof.

Evidence excerpt: 1.07. COURT CONTROL OVER PRESENTATION OF EVIDENCE

[Guide to New York Evidence: Article 1, General Provisions and Court's Role](https://www.nycourts.gov/judges/evidence/1-GENERAL/1-generalprovisions.shtml)
Source checked: 2026-07-26

### trial exhibit books

Scope: statewide

In New York Supreme Court and County Court civil cases, the court may require indexed trial exhibit binders, notebooks, or electronic equivalents for the court, counsel, and witnesses.

Evidence excerpt: The court may direct that on the first day of trial or at such other time as the court may set, counsel shall submit an indexed binder or notebook, or the electronic equivalent, of trial exhibits for the court's use.

[Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court)
Source checked: 2026-07-26

### exhibit marking

Scope: statewide

Civil trial counsel in New York Supreme Court and County Court must confer before trial and attempt to agree on exhibits to be offered without objection, unless the court directs otherwise.

Evidence excerpt: Counsel for the parties shall consult prior to trial and shall in good faith attempt to agree upon the exhibits that will be offered into evidence without objection.

[Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court)
Source checked: 2026-07-26

### virtual evidence courtroom

Scope: statewide

For Commercial Division matters, New York rules encourage Virtual Evidence Courtrooms for managing and presenting trial evidence after authorization by request or court direction.

Evidence excerpt: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms (VECs) may be used to facilitate real-time access to trial exhibits and other relevant documents.

[Part 202.70 Commercial Division Rules: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms and Trial Exhibits](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court)
Source checked: 2026-07-26

### electronic appearances

Scope: statewide

For New York criminal proceedings, virtual and hybrid appearances are governed by Part 200 consent, objection, public-access, and calendar-update requirements.

Evidence excerpt: For all hybrid proceedings, all electronic appearances shall be projected in the physical courtroom in which the in-person portion of the proceeding is taking place in such a manner as to provide a reasonable opportunity for members of the public to view and hear the participants appearing electronically.

[Part 200: Uniform Rules for Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction)
Source checked: 2026-07-26


## Sources

- [Official profile](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=QiwTZlyqeMHfo3OLetsA8Q%3D%3D)
- [Official roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=QiwTZlyqeMHfo3OLetsA8Q%3D%3D)
- [New York State Unified Court System Judicial Directory official judicial roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=QiwTZlyqeMHfo3OLetsA8Q%3D%3D)
- [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/15112/rolf-m-thorsen/)
- [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true)
- [Guide to New York Evidence: Article 1, General Provisions and Court's Role](https://www.nycourts.gov/judges/evidence/1-GENERAL/1-generalprovisions.shtml)
- [Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court)
- [Part 202.70 Commercial Division Rules: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms and Trial Exhibits](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court)
- [Part 200: Uniform Rules for Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction)
- [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/15112/rolf-m-thorsen/)

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## Published courtroom rules

### Judge and named-part rules

#### Conferences and appearances

a. Any inquiries regarding scheduling and calendar matters should be directed to the Part Clerk, Justine Guardiola, via email at jguardio@nycourts.gov.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

b. Requests to Adjourn an Appearance/Motion: A request for an adjournment of an appearance or a motion shall be made in writing at least thirty-six (36) hours prior to the appearance or motion deadline, on notice to the other parties and shall be filed on NYSCEF. If the request is not made at least thirty-six (36) hours prior to the appearance or motion deadline, the parties must appear on the appearance date or motion return date. Any party seeking an adjournment must attempt to obtain consent from all other parties in the action. Applications for adjournments must state: (1) the appearance/motion date, (2) three proposed adjourned dates/times on consent, (3) the reason for the request, (4) the number of prior adjournments, and (5) whether the opposing party(ies) consent(s) or object(s) to the request. Absent explicit approval from the Court in writing, the adjournment is not deemed granted, even if the adjournment request is on consent. To the extent that counsel seeks an adjournment based upon engagement of counsel, compliance with the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge Part 125 shall be complied with, including, but not limited to, the filing of an Affirmation of Engagement.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

c. Requests to Adjourn Hearings/Trials: A request for an adjournment of a hearing/trial is not permitted except as provided in 22 NYCRR § 125.1.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

a. Letters: Communications with the Court shall be in writing and e-filed, with copies simultaneously delivered to all counsel or self-represented parties. All correspondence sent to the Court must bear the full title and index number of the action, indicate that all counsel or self-represented parties were copied, and state the relief sought or action requested to be taken by the Court. The Court shall not be copied on correspondence between counsel and/or self-represented litigants, unless the Court so directs.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

b. Telephone Calls and E-mails: Telephone calls and e-mails to Chambers are permitted only in situations requiring immediate attention that cannot otherwise be obtained by written correspondence. Any ex parte communication is strictly prohibited. Self-represented parties must direct all communications through the Part Clerk.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

c. Fax Transmissions: The Court does not accept correspondence or legal papers of any kind by fax transmission.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

d. Notification of Settlements and Discontinuances: If an action or motion is settled, discontinued, withdrawn, or disposed in any manner, counsel must immediately

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Adjournments

notify the Court by uploading a letter to NYSCEF. As soon as is practicable, the parties shall e-file a fully executed stipulation of settlement or discontinuance.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Filing and working copies

a. All parties in matters subject to E-Filing rules are expected to be familiar with the Westchester County Joint E-Filing Protocols. All documents in efile cases must be filed on NYSCEF. All submissions to the Court, including letters, proposed orders, and proposed judgments must be filed on NYSCEF.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Filing and working copies

b. General questions about E-Filing Rules should be addressed to the E-Filing Resource Center at efile@courts.state.ny.us or (646) 386-2022.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Filing and working copies

c. The Court does not require working copies of documents; all documents are to be electronically filed.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

ii. Exhibits shall be uploaded separately and properly identified. (For example, an Affirmation shall be uploaded and identified as such and any exhibits referenced therein shall be uploaded as separate documents and NOT contained within the uploaded affirmation).

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Filing and working copies

iii. All social security numbers contained in any documents uploaded onto NYSCEF shall be set forth in the following format: xxx-xx-____.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Communications with chambers

a. Counsel (or self-represented litigants) who believes that discovery is not being conducted in accordance with the Preliminary Conference Order (or other Order) shall discuss, in good faith as required by the Uniform Rule § 202.7, the claimed non-compliance with counsel or the self-represented litigant who is allegedly non- compliant with the Court Order. A pro forma letter does not constitute a good faith effort. There must be actual, substantive communication between counsel (and/or the self-represented litigant), either telephonically or in writing, regarding the claimed non-compliance. The parties are not to copy the Court on correspondence between counsel concerning discovery issues, unless specifically requested by the Court to do so. Similarly, any scheduling issues for depositions, medical examinations, appraisals, etc., must be addressed by counsel, prior to seeking the Court’s intervention.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

a. General: All motions shall be made in accordance with Section C (Motions) of the Matrimonial Part Operational Rules. Absent permission from the Court, sur-reply and post-submission papers are not permitted. All motion papers and accompanying documents must be uploaded to NYSCEF and properly identify the motion sequence number.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

b. Pre-Motion Conference: Pursuant to Section C.3. (Motions) of the Matrimonial Part Operational Rules, any party seeking to make a motion must file a written letter request for a pre-motion conference on notice to all other parties and upload the letter to NYSCEF. The letter request should state the basis of the anticipated motion and may not exceed two (2) pages. All parties so served may serve and file a letter response, not to exceed two (2) pages, via NYSCEF within one (1) business day from service of the notification letter

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

c. Return Date: Motions shall be made returnable on Friday. Personal appearances are not required on the return date unless directed by the Court.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

d. Oral Argument: All motions are by submission only unless otherwise advised by the Court. Parties may request oral argument by stating “Oral Argument Requested” on the first page of the papers submitted.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

e. Orders to Show Cause: An Order to Show Cause shall be brought only when there is genuine emergency, a stay is required, or the application is being filed post- judgment. Proposed Orders to Show Cause submitted for signature must be uploaded to NYSCEF.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

a. Counsel and parties must appear in-person at all conferences. Request to appear virtually or telephonically will only be granted in exceptional circumstances or as an accommodation. A request for a virtual or telephonic appearance shall be made in writing at least thirty-six (36) hours prior to the appearance on notice to the other parties and filed on NYSCEF, and must state clearly the basis of such request.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

b. Parties must comply with Section B (Pre-Note of Issue Court Conferences) of the Matrimonial Part Operational Rules with respect to the preliminary conference, compliance conferences, and settlement conferences.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

c. Preliminary Conference: Pursuant to Section B.I.2. of the Matrimonial Part Operational Rules, at least ten (10) days prior to the scheduled preliminary

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

conference, each party must file on notice to all parties via NYSCEF (a) the retainer agreement; (b) statement of net worth; and (c) the most recent paystub and income tax return. Parties must submit the proposed Preliminary Conference Order, at least two (2) days prior to the date of the scheduled preliminary conference via NYSCEF.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Conferences and appearances

a. Interpreters, Special Services, and Technology: Counsel and any self- represented party must notify the Part Clerk immediately upon being advised of a court appearance, hearing, or trial if an interpreter, technological equipment (e.g., television, monitor), or any special services are required.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

i. All evidence must be uploaded to the VEC ten (10) days prior to the commencement of trial.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

ii. Each party is limited to fifteen (15) exhibits, unless otherwise approved by the Court, and each exhibit must be uploaded separately using the VEC.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

iii. All objections to evidence must be uploaded seven (7) days prior to the commencement of trial.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

c. Motions in limine: All motions in limine shall be uploaded to NYSCEF no later than seven (7) days prior to the scheduled trial date. Failure to bring the issue before the Court in a timely manner may result in summary denial of such application.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

d. Pre-Trial/Pre-Hearing: Pursuant to Section G.7. (Trials) of the Matrimonial Part Operational Rules, parties must submit the following items as directed below, via

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Trial exhibits and witnesses

iv. Witness List: Counsel for the parties must confer regarding the witnesses to be called and the order that they will be called.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Filing and working copies

e. Post-Trial: In accordance with the schedule set by the Court, the parties must submit and upload to NYSCEF: a transcript of the proceeding, closing memoranda, and any other document required to complete the record for purposes of any appeal.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27

#### Motion practice

10. Subpoenas: This Court does not generally sign “So Ordered” subpoenas as there is no rule, statute or other authority that requires same. Where a subpoena is addressed to “a department or bureau of a municipal corporation or of the state,” the Court will not “So Order” the subpoena absent compliance with the CPLR. CPLR Section 2307 requires the issuance of a subpoena on “a department or bureau of a municipal corporation or of the state” be done by motion on at least one day’s notice to the agency and to the adverse party.

See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding.

[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_RMThorsen.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27

### Shared court rules

- [22 NYCRR Part 200 — Uniform Rules Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-5e0f997e8c334d15fbc4) — State criminal proceedings only; section-specific court and case exceptions remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction). Collected 2026-10-27.
- [22 NYCRR Part 202 — Uniform Civil Rules Supreme Court And County Court](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-bf1c7eb9020e52eed65d) — Civil actions and proceedings only; section-specific and specialized-part restrictions remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court). Collected 2026-10-27.
- [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-99a7824bb8e009643f842c03) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim.  Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true). Collected 2026-07-26.
- [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-34fe480ab82f22fa3c31d257) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim.  Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true). Collected 2026-07-26.