Are cameras allowed in state courts, like Florida?
Generally, a Florida court may exclude cameras if the person requesting the exclusion is able to provide evidence to prove: (i) that the presence of the cameras has a qualitatively different effect on that person than on other people and (ii) that effect is qualitatively different from the effect of other types of media (like as print or radio). If it is a criminal defendant who is trying to exclude the cameras, that person must provide evidence demonstrating the cameras prevent him/her from getting a fair trial. More information on cameras in Florida’s courtrooms is available from the Florida Bar’s Reporter’s Handbook.
