News cameras can start broadcasting Indiana court proceedings soon if a judge allows it

News cameras can start broadcasting Indiana court proceedings soon if a judge allows it

INDIANAPOLIS — News organizations will be allowed to bring cameras inside Indiana courtrooms for proceedings starting in May as long as a judge approves it. Starting May 1, an order amending Rule 2.17 will go into effect and will give the discretion to allow cameras to local judges. The rule only allows news media to […]

Indiana to allow cameras in court (copy)

ANGOLA — The Indiana Supreme Court on Wednesday informed courts across the state that they now can allow news media to record proceedings via still cameras, video and other recording devices.

Indiana Supreme Court Allows News Cameras In Courtrooms

News cameras will be allowed in Indiana courtrooms starting May 1st with the permission of judges. The Indiana Supreme Court has ruled that the cameras will be allowed into public hearings, with Chief Justice Loretta Rush saying trial court judges can determine how to balance transparency and protect the rights of people in court. Minors and jurors cannot be photographed or recorded on video.

State to allow cameras in court

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Cameras in the Courts

Cameras will soon officially be allowed in most Indiana Courtrooms. Beginning on May 1, 2023, judicial officers around the state will have the authority to allow news media into their courtrooms to record, photograph, and broadcast court proceedings that are not confidential. Rule 2.17 of the Code of Judicial Conduct has long prohibited broadcasting, recording, or taking photographs of court proceedings and areas adjacent to courtrooms without p…