What Items Jury May Take With Them

Upon retiring for deliberation, the jury may take with them all papers (except depositions) which have been received as evidence in the case, or copies of such public records or private documents given in evidence as ought not, in the opinion of the court, to be taken from the person having them in possession. They may also take with them the instructions given by the court and notes of the testimony or other proceedings on the trial which they have personally taken during the course of the trial. The court shall provide for the custody and safekeeping of such items.