(Tncourts.gov/Peg Broadcasting News)
The Tennessee Supreme Court has issued an Order that will continue to ease the current restrictions on in-person proceedings. Friday’s Order reduces the required space between people in the courtroom from six to three feet; lifts any courtroom capacity limits still in effect; and lifts the facial coverings requirement. Judicial districts and judges have discretion to require courtroom capacity limits as health and safety conditions necessitate. Facial coverings are still encouraged in compliance with CDC guidelines and the Order allows any person to wear a facial covering. Finally, the Order encourages courts to continue to use alternative means to in-person hearings, including video and teleconferences.