Describe how Court Staff can Assist the Legal Team with Using ...

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Describe how Court Staff can Assist the Legal Team with Using Electronic Resources in the Courthouse.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Although Kate Sandberg was a seasoned trial attorney, she had never conducted a trial in federal district court. And although she had occasionally presented video depositions at trial, this was the first case she had handled that required a projector, laptops, audio equipment, and other electronic gear to be brought into court for presentation. She was also aware of the tight security at the federal district court. What precautions should she take to avoid any unnecessary problems on the day of the beginning of trial?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Answer to Question 1

Within each courthouse and each courtroom are numerous people who are more than willing to help the legal team if properly approached and consulted. They have specialized knowledge that has developed from working in their area of expertise on a daily basis. The technical support office should be the first place to contact if any technology will be needed in the courthouse. The first step is to find out what the procedures are in each courtroom. Members of the support staff may also know how the different judges view the use of technology. Some judges may not approve of any large-screen displays, while others may think a single large-projection screen is appropriate. Some may have individual monitors throughout the courtroom, yet not want them used for specific events like presenting a video deposition, preferring instead a single monitor placed for the judge and the jury to view. The technical support person at the courthouse can also help clear the team's hardware through security, saving time and stress on the day of trial.

Answer to Question 2

Everyone entering the building must be subjected to metal scanners, X-ray machines, and briefcase searches. Anything out of the ordinary, particularly electronic equipment, will be given special scrutiny. It will be necessary to clear the equipment with security well in advance of trial. The security office at the courthouse should provide the team with the policy and procedures for bringing the equipment into the courthouse.