Tectrix Local Court (TLC)¶

| 1 | Purpose and law enforcement¶

1.1 Trial courts include the local court judge who arbitrates the case and a jury that decides the case.

1.2 The local court has full authority to decide whether the accused person is guilty, within the bounds of existing laws.

1.3 Such rules shall not abridge, enlarge, or modify any substantive right. All laws in conflict with such rules shall be of no further force or effect after such rules have taken effect.

1.4 Any change of any local court rules, local court procedures, and local court practices is implemented and changed by the "Supreme Council" session that is being held by the "Tectrix" server attorney. Any decisions that are made during the session by the session leaders and participants are transferred to Tectrix Supreme Court which decides whether the new practices and procedures were made based on compliance with the basic laws of the server, as well as not violate the legally recognized rights of the participants of Tectrix Discord and Minecraft servers

1.5 The Local Court has the full authority to implement an "In-game decree" after a legal request from The Server Attorney. (more in Legal Procedures act/punishments and measures)

1.6 Local Court judge has partly immunity against legal claims. He can be dismissed by the Server Attorney After 3 or more minor law violations, or after 1 major.

| 2 | Authorized local court representatives¶

2.1 Authorized local court representatives are the persons who have gotten their legal right to represent a certain role in the local court.

2.2 Authorized local court representatives have a certain legal right to fulfil their duties.

2.2.1 If the authorized local court representative can't fulfil their duties, this will raise a question of replacing them with more competent representatives, during the next coming "Supreme Council" session where this issue will be raised and resolved in cooperation with the Server Attorney.
2.2.2 If the local court judge can't fulfill its duty he will be temporarily impeached by the Server Attorney. Afterwards, he can be fired by the Supreme Court judge if there's enough evidence that he can't complete the judge's duty.

2.3 Types of different local court representatives and their legal rights.

2.3.1 The Local Court Head: Represents the TLC in the Supreme Court, and assigns cases to Local Court judges as or if needed.
2.3.2 The Local Court Judge: The Local Court Judge has the legal duty right to preside over trials and maintain order. They also review whether or not there are any illegality issues per the evidence submitted. If any of the evidence is not legitimate the judge may proceed to suspend the case and impose the punishment on the guilty party as suggested by the server attorney.
2.3.3 The Jury: The jury has the obligation to discuss and give a verdict on the given local Tectrix Minecraft server cases.
2.3.4 Extern: The externs are the authorities from the Tectrix Supreme Court that oblige the right to observe and decide in controversial situations or situations that somehow involve both parties, although all their decisions should be within the bounds of existing laws and practices.

2.4 ALL authorized local court representatives should be assigned by the Server Attorney following the joint decision made during the "Supreme Council" session.

2.4.1 If the Supreme Council can't be held for various reasons. The Server Attorney can independently assign TLC representatives.

2.5 The local court judge assigned by the Server Attorney after completing the test and afterwards being approved by the Supreme Court Judge.

| 3 | Taking legal action¶

3.1 A so-called "complaint" is a legal action that you took against another Tectrix member for committing an unlawful action against you or another server member.

3.1.1 Submitting a complaint through a ticket means you have sent it to the Server Attorney, who will decide what legal or lawful action to take in response. The Server Attorney will likely address your legal request by scheduling a court appointment on a mutually agreed-upon date.
3.1.2 Absence from court due to medical or other emergencies is not punishable. In such cases, a new appointment will be scheduled.
3.1.3 Absence from court without a valid excuse is punishable, you may get a warning and typically the case will not be automatically suspended. However, if the Tectrix Supreme Court (TSC) is involved, there may be a possibility of suspension. The judge may proceed to suspend the case and impose the punishment on the guilty party, as suggested by the Server Attorney.

3.2 The complaint must include legitimate proof of unlawful actions committed by the server member. It should also contain your Minecraft and Discord name/nickname, along with a detailed description of the entire situation.

3.3 Within seven days of receiving the complaint, the Server Attorney will contact you for a possible date for the first local court hearing. If there is still an opportunity for both parties to solve the issue, without a Tectrix Local Court (TLC) Server Attorney will find an option.

3.4 After all parties proceed with a court appointment on a mutually agreed date, you can request a free Public Lawyer. There may be a possibility that the public lawyer isn't available, the only option you've left is a private lawyer or self-representing.

3.4.1 Public Lawyer: A public lawyer is provided by the Tectrix law enforcement and is completely free of charge. To request a public lawyer, you need to fill out and submit a form to the Server Attorney. If a public lawyer is available, you will receive their services without any additional fees.
3.4.2 Private lawyer: A private lawyer works independently, and you can hire one whenever you need legal assistance. There are no restrictions, as a private lawyer is not employed by Tectrix law enforcement or the Server Attorney.
3.4.3 Self-Representation: Within the self-representation you have the right to speak for yourself in court without a public or a private lawyer. You may invite someone to court to help you with taking notes or giving advice.
- 3.4.3.1 The person you invite as a helper is not allowed, to speak for you, interfere in any way with the proceedings, and sign documents on your behalf.

3.5 A so-called "Local class action" is when one or several individuals (class representatives) file a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group of people who have similar legal claims. This type of lawsuit allows individuals who may not have the resources to file individual claims to join together and seek legal relief as a collective group, or "class."

3.5.1 A reason for initiating a local class action must be related to events that occurred within the Tectrix Minecraft server and should not have a significant impact on the Tectrix Discord community. If the impact extends significantly to real-life or non-Minecraft settings, you will need to initiate a "Global class action" within the Tectrix Supreme Court.
3.5.2 The verdict of a local class action applies to all representatives, and it is binding for every member who signed it.
3.5.3 Local class action representatives may hire a private lawyer, they will not be able to obtain a public lawyer from the TJD.
3.5.4 Self-representing in court during the Local class action case is prohibited. To represent the collective group behind the Local case action you NEED a lawyer (3.5.2, 3.5.3)
3.5.5 Minimal number of Local class action representers is 3.
3.5.6 A "Local class action" has priority over a "complaint".

| 4 | Tectrix Local Court (TLC) session process¶

This article outlines the procedure for holding Tectrix Local Court (TLC) sessions. During the session, the judge follows established rules but has the right, either on their own initiative or at the suggestion of the trial participants, to modify the session's procedures within the framework of the proceedings. These changes must not infringe upon the parties' right to a fair and equal trial.

Procedure for holding Tectrix Local Court (TLC) sessions:

Preliminary Checks:

The jury needs to be ready. The judge, shall verify the documents of the individuals appearing before the court and record the information in the court proceedings log. The judge will check the attendance of all parties. If any party is absent, the judge may postpone the hearing for no more than 20 minutes to allow the other party time to appear. Otherwise the session may be suspended and The Server Attorney may plan another court session.

Opening of the Session:

The judge will formally open the court session and announce key information to the parties, including: The case number. The names of all parties involved. The judge will ask the parties if they have any suggestions regarding the conduct of the trial.

Introductory Remarks:

The judge allows each party to make an opening statement. After the opening remarks, the judge will ask the parties if they have any motions, objections, or statements.

Conduct of the Trial:

The judge will determine the order of proceedings, including the sequence and duration of each party’s speech, taking into account the participants' opinions. The judge directs the court session, ensuring that the rights of all parties are upheld, facilitating a thorough and complete examination of the evidence and circumstances of the case. The judge will consider applications, motions, and objections raised by the participants. The judge is not required to explain the reasons for accepting or rejecting motions, protests, or other statements from the parties.

Maintaining Order:

The judge will take necessary measures to maintain order and decorum during the court session.

Closing Statements:

At the end of the trial, the judge will give the parties the opportunity to make closing statements. After the final statements, the judge will deliberate and retire to render a decision. If the jury is present, The judge will give them enough time to make a concrete decision. If the judge or the jury finds it impossible to decide immediately, a decision may be made in later. If the lawsuit is controversial it could be possible that the next court session will be done shortly.