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All the hearings on the merits of the case shall be held in the courtroom and in accordance with the provisions of the Rules of Procedure for Minors’ Affairs.\nThe public will not have access to the courtrooms where cases of minors are being tried, unless the minor’s parents, tutor or his legal counsel demand that the matter be tried publicly, and in every case, under the rules established by the judge. The judge may consent to admit persons who show a legitimate interest in the matters to be discussed after the minor and his legal counsel have given their consent.\nAll other actions or procedures may be handled and discussed by the judge in his chambers or in any other place, without the need of the presence of the clerk or other Court officials.\nThe hearings in the cases of minors under the present chapter shall be held without a jury.\nHistory —July 9, 1986, No. 88, p. 276, § 8, eff. 180 days after July 9, 1986.