Supreme Court Seeks Stakeholder Views on Misuse of Court Hearing Videos

The Supreme Court expressed concern about misuse of recordings and clips from court proceedings and asked the Centre to gather stakeholders’ views.

Background

The proceedings address the circulation of courtroom video beyond its legitimate public-information purpose. The concern includes the impact of misleading extracts on litigants, lawyers and public confidence in judicial institutions.

Legal issue and reasoning

The Court’s request is part of policy examination, not a final ban on public access to virtual hearings or reporting. Any restrictions must be assessed against open-court principles and applicable privacy interests.

Outcome and next step

The Centre is to collate views so that an informed regulatory response can be considered.