Michael Buser

Statewide

Media Electronic Device Coverage

Kansas statewide Rule 1001 requires media members to obtain written court permission before using an electronic device to photograph, record, transmit, or provide live coverage of a court proceeding.

A media member must get written permission from the court before using an electronic device to photograph, record, transmit, or provide live coverage of a court proceeding.

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Advance Media Request Timing

Kansas statewide Rule 1001 directs media members to request permission at least one week before the proceeding, unless the court waives the timing requirement for good cause.

At least one week before a court proceeding, a media member must ask the court or media coordinator for permission to use an electronic device during the proceeding.

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Judge Controlled Device Location

Kansas statewide Rule 1001 leaves the authorized device location to the judge, presiding judge, or appellate clerk depending on the court, and local orders control when they conflict with Rule 1001.

A judge will designate where a media member may use an electronic device during a district court proceeding.

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Media Electronic Device Coverage

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Judge Controlled Device Location

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Kansas Supreme Court Rule 1001: Media Coverage of Court Proceedings