LARLJ 0.18

ALTERNATE FILING

(a) Chief Presiding Judge. In order to assure the expeditious and efficient handling of all cases and an equitable distribution of workload among the Administrative Divisions, the Chief Presiding Judge, with the approval of the Executive Committee, may by written order, direct that certain types of cases be filed in different Administrative Divisions than otherwise provided in these rules for a designated period of time, or until further ordered. It is recommended, but not required, that the Chief Presiding Judge consult with the Executive Committee, affected Administrative Divisions, affected law enforcement agencies, and other affected parties prior to making such a recommendation to the Executive Committee.

(b) All Judges. Any judge may direct the transfer of a pending case to another Administrative Division for good cause, upon the court's own motion or upon the motion of any party.

(c) Courtesy Hearing. Without transferring the case to another Administrative Division, a hearing may be held in a Division other than the one in which the case is filed for the purpose of setting bail, first appearance after being booked on a warrant, or other purpose agreed to by the court where the case is filed.

(Amended 3/30/2007)