Dress Code and Rules of Court

Dress Code

  1. No shorts or capris
  2. No mini-skirts or mini-length dresses
  3. No crop/spaghetti straps/tank/tube tops or dresses
  4. No off-the-shoulder/sleeveless tops or dresses
  5. No muscle shirts
  6. No mid-driff or low-cut shirts/blouses
  7. No backless, razorback tops/blouses or dresses
  8. No ripped jeans
  9. No leggings unless worn with a long shirt or jacket
  10. No flip-flops or slides, house shoes or slippers (You must wear shoes.)
  11. No pajamas
  12. No revealing clothing
  13. No shirts with inappropriate graphics/obscene language
  14. No hats, head wraps (other than religious head coverings), doo rags, beanies or stocking caps or sunglasses

*Other inappropriate clothing not listed is at the discretion of the Court.  Dress code is strictly enforced.

Rules of Court

  1. Children are not allowed in the Courtroom. If your child cannot be quiet while in the lobby, you will have to take your child out of the lobby.
  2. Backpacks, large purses and totes are not allowed in the Court unless searched prior to entry.
  3. Cell phones must be turned off or on silent at all times while in the Court. If your phone goes off in court, it will be confiscated.  Use of phone is allowed in the courtyard, but not in the lobby.
  4. No food, gum or drinks allowed in the Court
  5. Fines are due in full when you appear for Court. Only the Judge may grant an extension or time payment. Additional fee may be added for any payment other than in full.
  6. Acceptable forms of payment are: Cash, Debit/Credit Card (Name on card and ID must match), Money Order or Cashier's Check. You can pay your fine online at PayMidwestCity.com or by phone at 800-444-1187.
  7. Bonds are cash or surety only. Appeal bonds are cash only.
  8. No profanity or abusive language or conduct will be tolerated.
  9. Read all forms carefully.

The Lobby, Courtroom and Clerk Counter are video monitored 24/7.