Police officers, victims' families expected inside courtroom
The courtroom has opened to media.
The first two rows have been reserved for law enforcement. Half the seats are being held for victims' families and other select individuals who have not yet arrived. Reporters have been seated in most of the remaining seats. The public has not yet been let in. The judge, attorneys and Heuermann have not yet made an appearance in court.
Heuermann's ex-wife and daughter, who have arrived at the courthouse, are among those expected to be inside the courtroom.
Another courtroom has been designated an overflow courtroom to accommodate the large crowds interested in viewing the proceedings. The courtroom is equipped with a large TV that will show the proceedings live. By 9:30 a.m., the overflow courtroom was nearly full. A second overflow courtroom was also set up on the 3rd floor, a court officer said.
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