Jury selection and trial proceedings are set to begin for the case of State of Maryland v. Michael Robertson, with the case number 122073001. According to Maryland Code, Criminal Procedure, § 1-201, recording or broadcasting criminal proceedings is not allowed. This includes photography, audio or video recording, and transmitting inside the courthouse. The use of electronic devices such as cell phones, cameras, and audio-visual equipment is either prohibited or restricted in accordance with the Maryland Judiciary's policy on Cell Phones, Other Electronic Devices, and Cameras in Court Facilities.
Media representatives are permitted to use electronic devices in a designated media room but cannot conduct interviews or record court proceedings within these rooms. All interviews must take place outside the courthouse.
The clerk of the Circuit Court for Baltimore City holds custody of the case records. Public documents related to this case will be accessible for review at the clerk’s office.
Public Wi-Fi is available at the courthouse for media representatives who may also bring their own Wi-Fi connection devices. However, there is no special parking allocated for media during this trial. Media personnel must adhere to local parking rules and ensure they do not block pedestrian walkways or sidewalks or restrict public areas for their use.