Whether a court proceeding is in-person or virtual, they are generally open to the public and except in rare cases where the law requires otherwise, members of the public are welcome to attend and watch Superior Court of Justice proceedings.

You can find out information on how to make a request to attend a virtual hearing by visiting How to request to attend a virtual hearing

The courtroom, whether it is in-person or virtual, is a formal setting and anyone who attends should be polite and respectful to everyone. Parties, lawyers, paralegals, and members of the public should review the applicable rules and guidelines on court etiquette before attending court. Following the rules on court etiquette ensures that everyone shows the respect owed to the legal process, maintains order in the courtroom and also ensures that litigants and justice participants are respectful towards each other.