Use of cameras and electronic devices in 16th Circuit courtrooms

Upon approval of the judge, cameras and other electronic devices are allowed in courtrooms in the 16th Judicial Circuit of Missouri. Hearings held by phone or video conference have the same requirements and cannot be recorded unless approved in advance by the judge.

The Supreme Court of Missouri's Operating Rule 16 requires that a written request be made to the Court two business days prior to the scheduled hearing. To make a request, complete the Media Request Form and e-mail it to the Court's Public Information Officer.

Use of cell phones and computers in the courtroom by the media is not allowed unless a written request has been made using the Media Request Form and the request is granted by the judge. Virtual hearings are treated the same as in-person hearings — recording of audio and video and still photography is prohibited unless approved by a judge.

For additional information, contact Scott Lauck, Public Information Officer, at (816) 881-3552 or scott.lauck@courts.mo.gov.