ILLINOIS (WAND) - For the first time in history, the Illinois Supreme Court will hear oral arguments through video conference because of the pandemic.
The procedure during May will allow the court's seven justices to observe social distancing.
“These are extraordinary times, but what we have found is that we can keep our traditions the same," Chief Justice Ann Burke said in a statement. “The Court has found that a lot of our regular work – including oral arguments – can be done remotely while still keeping people safe from COVID-19.”
The court is set to hear 11 cases from May 12-14. Arguments commence at 9 a.m. everyday.
Court personnel will hold training sessions will lawyers so they know what to expect from these virtual sessions.
