o_O why bother? is it against the law to not stand if he comes in?
2007-10-24 13:03:59 · 11 answers · asked by Hell'sWakingNacht 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It's a sign of respect. Even though some judges don't deserve that. Anyway, if you don't do it the judge won't think much of you, and that's never a good thing.
2007-10-24 13:07:37 · answer #1 · answered by Eraserhead 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a matter of respect for the office -- since the judge represents the court as a whole -- the same way people stand when many important officials enter a room -- out of respect for their office.
2007-10-24 13:15:46 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not against the law, it is to show respect. Proper etiquette calls for one to rise when someone enters the room if they are sitting and want to be polite. But I can see your point, no need to be polite to someone who might affect your future.
2007-10-24 13:10:56 · answer #3 · answered by Yo it's Me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the respond, as maximum individuals have reported, is in all risk no longer lots. Many judges these days even tell human beings to "save their seats" whilst strolling in (even in spite of the undeniable fact that many times whilst courtroom is pronounced as in consultation, the bailiff or courtroom docket deputy says some thing like "hear ye, hear ye... God bless the USA and this Honorable courtroom." consequently, once you're status, it is not lots for the decide yet for the employer and the USA. Failure to stand is to disobey the decide in his presence. He might have you ever bumped off, or he might desire to fantastic you, or he might desire to perhaps even take you into custody for contempt. in spite of the undeniable fact that, these days, except you're complely making a fool out of your self, those issues are actually not likely.
2016-10-13 23:16:53 · answer #4 · answered by staude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a sign of respect. When in the courtroom, do what is requested of you. Otherwise, you may be standing before the judge.
2007-10-24 13:08:58 · answer #5 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if your the defendant! dont stand and the judge could give you the maximum penalty the law will allow! stand and look remorsful and you have probably saved yourself time behind bars! your fate is in their hands..
2007-10-24 13:18:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is a sign of respect. as for against the law i don't think so but i wouldn't push the issue.
2007-10-24 13:12:55 · answer #7 · answered by joyce m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Out of respect.
2007-10-24 13:28:32 · answer #8 · answered by mikk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its an act of respect forthe man in charge,, he is the only authority in that room..ie GOD ... you dont have to ,, but then you will look like a punk,,
2007-10-24 13:09:17 · answer #9 · answered by hello kitty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might get a contempt charge thrown against you.
2007-10-24 13:06:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋