I know for criminal cases cameras/videos as well as reporters are allowed in. How about for a civil lawsuit? Is there anyway to bar the public from the courtroom?
2006-08-30 13:45:54 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It is up to the judges discretion whether or not cameras can be allowed in the court room for a particular case. If you do not want cameras in the courtroom, it is your lawyer that needs to submit this request to the judge.
2006-08-30 13:48:17 · answer #1 · answered by Alice S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the judge. Regardless, once the case is settled, it is a matter of public record, unless you are a minor.
2006-08-30 13:54:34 · answer #2 · answered by WYGirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is ultimately up to the judge. A petitioner or defendant can file a motion to keep press away, but the final decision is the judges.
2006-08-30 13:59:50 · answer #3 · answered by DeltaQueen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask for a publication ban.
2006-08-30 13:50:51 · answer #4 · answered by BCOL CCCP 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋