Rule 12 . Exhibits and contested evidence.

1. Prior to a trial or hearing, counsel for the parties shall meet or discuss by telephone, and stipulate to the admission of as many exhibits as possible. Such stipulation will avoid the need for foundational witnesses. 2. All proposed exhibits shall be presented to the Court Clerk to be marked at least 1 judicial day prior to a trial or hearing. 3. Copies of proposed exhibits shall be furnished to the opposing party before a trial or hearing commences. This rule does not relieve a party of the duty to provide discovery under any other rule or statute. 4. Counsel are encouraged to raise contested issues by motions in limine prior to trial. All issues regarding the admissibility of statements by a defendant in a criminal case, or prior bad acts of a party or witness shall be raised by motion prior to trial.