During trials, why is there someone typing every word that is being said or sketches of the people in court.?

Answer 1

This is done so if there is an appeal or a retrial those involved can read the transcripts of the first trial and point out what they consider mistakes and try to correct them. The sketches are usually done for public figures or high profile cases when camera's are not allowed in the courtroom or to dramatize the proceedings.

Answer 2

They are typing what is being said for future reference. This is used if the jury has a question about facts during the trial or if the case should go to appeal. Some appeals consist of only a review of the record. What is said during the trial proceedings is very important an exact record of the proceedings is far more accurate than trying to remember the events.

Answer 3

The person typing is the court stenographer. They used to write shorthand, but since everyone's shorthand is a little different, it was often impossible to review the transcript. Therefore, they created a shorthand typing machine.

Sketches are made because cameras usually aren't allowed in the courtroom, and the media needs to show pictures because they think that we are all really dumb and can't possibly understand without pictures.

Answer 4

So that there is a record of what was said and by whom. Just in case an appeal is made based on a mistrial.

Answer 5

Stenographers and sketchers provide hardcopies of the trial.

Answer 6

so that everything should be documented so whatever happens there will be a record to check