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Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Ind. Courts - "System brings video arraignment to LaGrange County courts"
From WTHD 105.5, serving NE Indiana, comes this story by Tim Murray, complete with photo and audio, but check it soon because the stories aren't archived.
LAGRANGE - It's a major step into the 21st century for LaGrange County's two courts.A new 40-thousand dollar digital recording system is providing a big technology boost in both Circuit and Superior courts.
The system provides a digital means of recording and archiving the courtroom proceedings.
It's also allowed the introduction of video arraignment of detainees at the LaGrange County Jail. They now make their initial court appearances from a special area at the jail that is set up for video conferencing.
LaGrange Superior Court Judge George Brown says the system will reduce the number of trips from the jail to the courthouse.
Sheriff Terry Martin says the other main benefit is not having to transport prisoners who may be security risks.
Posted by Marcia Oddi on August 13, 2008 05:16 PM
Posted to Indiana Courts