Public Access
Public Access to Remote Hearings
Members of the public who want to view or listen to remote district court proceedings may contact the court to obtain the access information for the public hearing or proceeding. No recording or broadcasting of any remote proceeding is authorized other than as provided by court rules.To view remote Court of Appeals oral arguments, visit the Court of Appeals Calendar webpage.
For high-interest in-person proceedings, courts may provide video and/or audio access to the proceeding in a specific location for court observers that would allow for appropriate social distancing measures to be taken, and ensuring compliance with existing orders concerning public gatherings.
Media Access to Remote Hearings
Media who wish to cover a hearing may request assistance from the State Court Information Office (CIO) or the Hennepin County District Court Communications Specialist.Media must:
- Submit a notice of coverage seven days in advance to record any portion of a district court hearing by visual or audio means
- Notify the CIO 24 hours in advance of intent to record any portion of an appellate court hearing by visual or audio means