1. Law library patrons shall:

a. engage in activities directly related to the use of a public law library
b. respect the rights of other patrons and staff members
c. supervise accompanying children
d. maintain quiet

2. Law library patrons shall not:

a. engage in disruptive and unsafe actions, such as loud talking, screaming, running, throwing things, pushing and shoving, or by behaving in a manner which can reasonably be expected to disturb others
b. harass or threaten other patrons or library staff
c. stare at or follow another patron or library staff member in a manner which is intimidating or can reasonably be expected to disturb
d. damage or deface law library property
e. obstruct walkways or aisles with books, briefcases, large exhibits, or personal belongings
f. consume food or beverages
g. smoke
h. bring in animals other than trained guide or service dogs as defined by RCW 70.84.020 & .021
i. engage in an illegal activity

3. Patrons whose actions violate any of these rules may be:

a. asked to leave the law library
b. removed from the law library by courthouse security

Serious or continued violation of any of these rules may result in a suspension of access to the law library.

These rules shall be used in conjunction with all other rules and policies adopted by the King County Law Library Board of Trustees for the governance of the Law Library.

Adopted by the King County Law Library Board of Trustees 1/15/97