Los Angeles Superior Court approves electronic recording in select cases despite state law conflict.

The Los Angeles Superior Court, led by Judge Samantha P. Jessner, has approved the use of electronic recording in select family, probate, and civil cases to address a severe shortage of court reporters. With over 70% of current reporters nearing retirement and 117 positions lost since 2018, the court aims to support low-income litigants who cannot afford private reporters. This decision conflicts with state law, which prohibits such recordings, prompting criticism from the court reporters' union.

September 06, 2024
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