Courtroom Videoconferencing: Modernizing Criminal Proceedings for Efficiency
This act allows federal courts to permanently use videoconferencing or teleconferencing for certain criminal proceedings, like detention hearings and initial appearances. The goal is to make court processes more efficient and accessible, especially when in-person attendance is difficult. Crucially, this option requires the defendant's consent and must not infringe upon their right to counsel.
Key points
Federal courts can now permanently use videoconferencing for specific criminal proceedings, aiming for greater efficiency.
The defendant's consent is required for videoconferencing, and they must have private access to their lawyer.
This applies to various proceedings, including detention hearings and juvenile cases, but excludes contested transfer hearings and juvenile trials.
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