1. One television production unit consisting of either:
(1) one production crew utilizing multiple, tripod or wall-mounted,
remotely-controlled cameras; or (2) one camera operator utilizing one
portable tripod mounted television camera; shall be permitted in the
courtroom. One still camera photographer carrying not more than two
still inaudible cameras with lenses shall be permitted in the courtroom.
One audio system for televising, broadcasting and recording shall be
permitted in the courtroom.2. All personnel and
equipment shall be situated in an unobtrusive manner within the
courtroom. The location of any such equipment and personnel shall be
determined by the appellate jurists. The location of the camera, to the
extent possible, shall provide access to optimum coverage. Cameras and
operators shall remain in their appointed positions within the courtroom
while the Court is in session. Cameras may pan, tilt, or zoom in on
jurists and/or attorneys from their fixed positions.
3. Media outlets may, at their discretion, add
on-screen graphics identifying information for the purpose of making the
proceeding more understandable to the television viewer, including but
not limited to: venue name and location, docket name and number of the
proceeding and names of jurists, attorneys and other parties.
4. If there are multiple requests to videotape,
broadcast, televise, record or photograph the same argument, the persons
making such requests must make pooling arrangements among themselves.
5. All audio and video equipment shall be set up prior
to the opening of Court and shall not be dismantled or removed until the
Court adjourns for the day.
6. Photographers and equipment operators must conduct
themselves in the courtroom quietly and discreetly, with due regard for
the dignity of the courtroom.
7. Upon request, copies of the videotapes, audio
recordings or photographs produced for distribution will be provided to
the Court to determine compliance with all applicable requirements.
8. Any request for special permission to cover any
argument in a manner that deviates from the Practice Book rules or these
guidelines shall be submitted to the court in accordance with the
provisions of
Practice Book §70-9(c)(ii).