Examining courtroom decorum: When jokes, selfies, and cursing cross the line at the Supreme Court

Summary

The article discusses the appropriateness of informal behaviors—such as making jokes, taking selfies, and cursing—during Supreme Court oral arguments. It examines the norms and expectations of decorum in the highest court, using the example of attorney Geoffrey Pipoly's remark during the Mullin v. Doe case as a starting point. The piece explores the tension between maintaining traditional courtroom dignity and the evolving standards of professional conduct, offering perspectives on when such behaviors might be acceptable or detrimental in a legal setting.