Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Cameras in Court?


If you find yourself in Judges Vratil, Martin, Murguia, Robinson, or Melgren’s Kansas District Court to participate in a hearing, such hearing may be recorded.  Kansas is one of fourteen United State District Courts to participate in a study placing cameras in courts.  The previously mentioned judges are those participating, who either favor or disfavor having cameras in the courtroom.  However, before the cameras can be turned on a few things must happen.  First, all the parties involved must give consent for the proceeding to be recorded.  Second, the judge has the discretion to order that the proceeding not be recorded.  Finally, criminal proceedings can not be recorded.    

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