A. Other Case Types/Hearings
Any case type and/or event not specifically named in Sections III, IV, or V of this Standing Order may be heard in a manner as determined by the presiding judge assigned to the case. The presiding judge shall ensure that all parties and attorneys involved in the case are notified of whether the case will be heard in person, virtually or as a hybrid.
B. Hybrid Hearings
Except as otherwise prohibited by Juvenile Court Rule, any hearing designated as in person, virtual or both in Sections III, IV or V of this Standing Order may be heard as a hybrid proceeding where one or more of the parties, counsel and witnesses appear virtually for in-person hearings under Sections III or V, or in person for virtual hearings under Sections IV or V.
Jury trials in delinquency and youthful offender proceedings shall not be heard as a hybrid hearing.
The determination to hold a hybrid hearing shall be made by the presiding judge based upon the circumstances of the case, the resources of the court and the availability and needs of the parties, counsel, and witnesses.