When individuals want official records of court proceedings, they must obtain written transcripts from court reporters. As more courts are digitally recording hearings, reporters are now more often transcribing electronic recordings and preparing e-transcripts, which provide more convenience in a number of ways. Learn more about the benefits of digital copies below.

5 Advantages of Digital Records & E-Transcripts

1. Annotated Recordings

Digital audio recordings of proceedings can be annotated in real time. If judges want to review testimony or arguments again, they can hear what the speakers said verbatim, almost immediately. Without such technology, court reporters either read back what they have taken down or provide a rough transcript through the judge’s computer.

2. Accessibility

Courts can make audio versions of proceedings available to the media, attorneys, and the public through government portals, such as Public Access to Court Electronics Records, in a matter of hours. Court reporters produce the e-transcript as the official, visual record.

3. Easy Distribution

Parties and attorneys don’t need to pay for mailing or courier service with e-transcripts. Digital copies can be delivered instantly at any time of day. 

4. Paper & Space Savings

Attorneys can review e-transcripts on their electronic devices and keep them handy without carrying a bulky stack of paper. This transcript format reduces office clutter, saves storage space, and won’t get lost among other documents.

5. Searchability

Judges and lawyers can find what they are looking for quickly when they use the search function of e-transcripts. Digital court transcriptions thus save valuable time and increase efficiency.

When Hawaii law firms need high-quality court recordings and accurate, unbiased transcripts, they rely on Ralph Rosenberg, Court Reporters in Honolulu. At Hawaii’s largest court reporting firm, the skilled and experienced stenographers deliver a superior work product, so you and your clients have peace of mind. Visit their website to learn more about their services, including e-transcripts. Call their offices at (808) 524-2090 today to schedule an appointment.