Release of Information by Court Personnel

All employees of the federal judiciary and United States Marshals Service, as well as any contractors or subcontractors, are prohibited from disclosing, without Court authorization, any information relating to a grand jury proceeding or criminal case that is not part of the public record. The public record means the Court’s official file as maintained by the Clerk except such parts thereto as may be sealed, secret, impounded, restricted, or specially set aside for in camera inspection. This prohibition specifically applies to grand jury proceedings, in camera arguments, and hearings held outside the presence of the public. Court personnel shall limit any contact with media representatives regarding official court business to providing access and copies of the public record, without other commentary, opinion, or assistance.

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