Angelina Gabriele

Wisconsin SCR 61 asks media to give the trial judge advance notice before bringing cameras or recording equipment into the courtroom.

the trial judge shall be given notice, at least 3 days in advance

Wisconsin SCR 61 leaves courtroom equipment placement, lighting, and use subject to trial-judge control.

Only equipment approved by the trial judge in advance of the court proceeding may be used

Wisconsin's court system instructs parties that courts will notify them when a hearing is remote and provide joining instructions.

The court will send you instructions on how to join your remote hearing by video or by phone.

Wisconsin remote-hearing guidance tells participants to contact the clerk promptly if they lack reliable internet or phone access.

Contact the clerk of circuit court as soon as possible.