Courting technology; planning is needed to make electronic wizardry work in new courtrooms

Article Abstract:

The federal district court in Minnesota incorporates evidence display technology into courtroom architecture by having a power grid with electrical access points every two feet. "Smart" counsel tables allow counsel to use computers to access data and to see the court reporter's real-time trial record, while an evidence monitor permits them to view the display seen by the jury. A video camera above the witness stand's desk gives a lawyer an easy way to place a photo or exhibit before a witness.All of these devices except the counsel table are off-the-shelf consumer goods.

Design and construction, Technology application, Trial practice, Courthouses

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Courting change in the circuits; future of the 9th Circuit is high on the agenda of a new federal commission

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The US Congress created the Commission on Structural Alternatives for the Federal Courts of Appeals in 1997, and its report is due at the end of 1998. Proponents of dividing the 9th Circuit, which had been approved by the US Senate in 1997, argue that it is too big and takes too long to process cases. The circuit has also been criticized for its high reversal rate, however, opponents argue that splitting the circuit would take the diversity out of it.

Management, Investigations, Federal courts, United States. Commission on Structural Alternatives for the Federal Courts of Appeals

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Courting tech business; states are out to lure cyber companies by offering them their own bench

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Maryland and Michigan efforts to attract the technology industry by with special technology courts are discussed. These courts promise expedited case handling by judges knowledgeable in the industry.

Michigan, Maryland, Innovations, State courts

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