LEGAL SYSTEM »» COURTS »» COURTROOM TV »» Dec 28, 2020

Some people believe television coverage of court proceedings, including criminal trials, would help Americans better understand this part of our judicial process. They also say broadcasting court proceedings will allow Americans to observe public trials without having to travel to the courthouse. Many famous trials, such as the O.J. Simpson murder trial, were televised. However, in the wake of this trial, many judges decided to ban cameras from their courtrooms. Televised-trial opponents claim TV coverage is often shallow and preoccupied with sensationalism. They say cameras will detract from the reverence of trial proceedings. Pending Legislation: H.R.5645 - Eyes on the Courts Act of 2020