Distinguishing Rules
Many courts dealing with children or minors, such as the New York Surrogate's Court, Probate Court, Family court, juvenile court, or widow's and orphan's court do not normally hold sessions in open court.
Appearance in open court is distinguished from an appearance in a judge's chambers.
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