Tag: media access
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Utah Court Releases Transcript in Tyler Robinson Case, Reigniting Debate Over Transparency, Security, and Fair Trial Rights
A Utah judge has released a lightly redacted transcript from a closed pretrial hearing in the capital murder case against Tyler James Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The decision reignites debate over court transparency, media influence, and how the justice system balances public access with a defendant’s right to a…
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When Courts Release the Manual but Not the Map
The article discusses the implications of California Rule 10.500 for public access to court records, particularly in the case of People v. Smiel. It highlights how the Los Angeles Superior Court’s transparency efforts, while disclosing training materials, still restrict structural access. This raises questions about the necessary level of transparency in digital justice systems.
California Bay News 