Robert M. Dees

Division CV-C requires leave of court before testimony may be presented through Zoom or other communication technology at an evidentiary hearing or non-jury trial.

should counsel desire to participate in and present testimony through Zoom or other communication technology ... counsel must seek leave of Court

Duval courtrooms support digital trial evidence through displays, HDMI, Smart Boards, evidence carts, document projectors, and jury-box monitors; counsel may request equipment or training and should bring backup materials.

courtrooms feature traditional and modern technology ... large screen "Smart Board" or an All-in-One Evidence Cart with Document Projector

Electronic media and still-photography coverage is allowed in Florida public trial and appellate proceedings under Rule 2.450's equipment and conduct standards, always subject to the presiding judge's control of decorum, distractions, and fair administration.

Subject at all times to the authority of the presiding judge to: (i) control the conduct of proceedings before the court; (ii) ensure decorum and prevent distractions; and (iii) ensure the fair administration of justice in the pending cause, electronic media and still photography coverage of public judicial proceedings in the appellate and trial courts of this state shall be allowed