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Table of Contents
Overview
“ lest we begin to practice ‘virtual justice’ “
Section I
Maintaining the Quality of Justice
Quality representation
Communication and consultation
Quality practice standards
Dignity and decorum in courtrooms and other court facilities
Section II
Preparing for video court
Preparing for the video hearing
Who decides where the client and attorney will be located?
The risks and benefits of appearing by video
The attorney’s responsibilities when the court denies the client’s request
Attorney’s appearance from a separate location
Advising the client before the hearing
Section III
Providing effective representation
How to be effective when appearing by video
Dealing with Video Testimony
Confidentiality issues
Interpreters and video court
Client conferences by video
Section IV
Raising challenges
Making the record
Constitutional considerations
Statutory, court rule and administrative rule considerations
Final Thoughts
Appendix
Video Court Checklist for Defense Attorneys
Frequently Reported Problems with Video Court
Synopsis of Statutes, Court Orders, Administrative Rules and Case Law Concerning Using Telephonic and Live Audio-Visual Means in Wisconsin Court Proceedings
Practical Tips for Participating on a Video Conferencing Committee
Client's Video Hearing Survey
References