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Courtroom Recording Solutions:
Find solutions that fit your needs.

Selecting a provider for your courtroom  recording equipment is a big responsibility. The process takes
time, but we don’t think it should be a hassle. 

In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, the courtroom is no longer just a place of tradition; it is a hub of critical data that must be captured with absolute precision. Relying on manual documentation alone is no longer sufficient for the complexities of modern litigation.

 

Today’s best-in-class courtroom recording solutions provide a high-definition, multi-sensory record that ensures the "spirit" of the law is supported by the "letter" of the evidence.

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The Foundation of a Modern Record
A professional courtroom recording system goes beyond simple audio capture. It creates a centralized, secure environment where technology works silently in the background to protect the integrity of every proceeding. By integrating advanced hardware with intuitive software, courts can ensure that no detail—no matter how small—is ever lost.
 
Key Features of a Premier Solution

  • Multi-Channel High-Fidelity Audio: Strategic microphone placement allows for independent recording of the judge, witness stand, and counsel tables. This multi-channel approach enables transcriptionists to isolate specific voices, ensuring clarity even during heated cross-examinations or when multiple parties speak simultaneously.

  • Synchronized High-Definition Video: Modern systems pair crystal-clear video with audio, capturing non-verbal cues, facial expressions, and gestures. This visual context is often as vital as the spoken word when reviewing testimony or presenting cases to an appellate court.

  • Real-Time Annotation and Bookmarking: Court clerks and judges can "tag" specific moments in real-time. These digital bookmarks allow for instant retrieval of key testimony or specific rulings, eliminating the need to scrub through hours of footage to find a single statement.

  • Indisputable Chain of Custody: Secure digital signatures and automatic watermarking provide a forensic-level audit trail. Every file is encrypted and logged, ensuring that the record remains tamper-proof from the moment of capture through long-term archiving.

  • Seamless Hybrid Integration: In today’s world of remote appearances, a top-tier solution integrates seamlessly with video conferencing platforms. This ensures that participants joining via video are recorded with the same clarity and security as those physically present in the courtroom.

  • Confidence Monitoring: Visual indicators and real-time alerts provide courtroom staff with immediate confirmation that the system is active and levels are optimal. This "fail-safe" approach prevents the nightmare scenario of a technical glitch resulting in a lost record.
     

Why Digital is the Superior Path
The shift toward digital courtroom recording is driven by a need for greater transparency, speed, and accessibility. Digital files are easily searchable, instantly shareable with authorized legal teams, and far more cost-effective to store than traditional physical media. By adopting a modern, feature-rich recording solution, judicial systems can reduce administrative backlogs and ensure that the pursuit of justice is always backed by an unimpeachable record.

VIQ SOLUTIONS

VIQ Solutions provides an end-to-end ecosystem for capturing, managing, and transcribing audio and video content. Their product line is designed to move evidence and information through a secure workflow from the moment of recording to the final court-ready transcript.

Product Overview: VIQ Solutions

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VIQ Solutions utilizes a "hybrid" model that combines aiAssist™ (purpose-built AI) with human expert review. This approach aims to provide the speed of automated speech-to-text with the 99% accuracy required by legal, law enforcement, and insurance industries.

 

FEATURE BREAKDOWN

Recording & Capture Solutions

  • CapturePro™: A robust software suite for fixed environments (like courtrooms or interview rooms) that handles multi-channel audio and video.

    • Features: Supports 4+ speakers, remote system monitoring, live annotations, and secure transfer to management platforms.

  • MobileMic Pro™: A smartphone application that turns a mobile device into a secure, CJIS-compliant recording tool.

    • Features: Offline recording capability, metadata tagging (case numbers, etc.), and immediate upload for transcription.

  • CapturePro™ Conference: Specifically designed to capture audio evidence from web-based conference applications (e.g., virtual hearings or depositions).

    • Features: Continuous recording, real-time monitoring, and synchronization with other case data.

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AI & Transcription Services

  • NetScribe®: An all-in-one transcription platform used to manage the entire workflow from dictation to document distribution.

    • Features: Multi-channel audio handling (supporting TRM and OGG files), automated formatting, and workload management for in-house or outsourced teams.

  • FirstDraft™: An automated, AI-powered transcription service that provides a "first pass" draft in near real-time.

    • Features: Up to 95% accuracy, searchable and editable text delivered in minutes, and a lower-cost alternative to full verbatim services.

  • Human-Verified Transcription: For cases where 99% accuracy is mandatory.

    • Features: AI-generated drafts are reviewed and edited by industry-specific human experts (legal, medical, or criminal justice).

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Management & Security Tools

  • AccessPoint™ / Evidence Vault: A secure online portal for managing, searching, and sharing recorded content.

    • Features: Centralized repository, role-based access controls, and "military-grade" encryption for data at rest and in transit.

  • NetScribe Outsource Management: A specialized module for agencies that use multiple third-party transcription providers.

    • Features: Provides visibility into the status of all outsourced work while keeping providers isolated from each other’s data.

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Industry-Specific Solutions

  • Carbon: A specialized solution for the media and broadcasting industry.

    • Features: Rapid turnaround for "as-broadcast" transcripts and captioning for major news networks.

  • Law Enforcement Suite: Focused on incident reports and witness statements.​

FTR RECORDING SUITE

The FTR Recording Suite is a flagship software collection designed to capture and manage digital court records. It is used as an industry standard for maintaining premium quality audio and video evidence within judicial environments.
 

Core Product Components

The suite includes three primary software tools:

  • FTR Reporter: The tool used for the actual capturing of the court record.

  • FTR Manager: Used for the advanced management, storage, and security of recordings.

  • FTR Player: A playback tool that allows court monitors and authorized users to listen to and view recordings in real time.
     

KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

High-Fidelity Capture

  • Multichannel Audio: Supports up to 16 channels of high-fidelity audio, which allows for isolating voices to ensure faster and more accurate transcription.

  • HD Video: Captures up to 4 channels of HD video from various sources, including non-IP sources like webcams or USB cameras.

  • Adjustable Video Settings: Features an upgraded codec and adjustable frame rates to increase video storage capacity.

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Monitoring and Remote Support

  • Direct Livestreaming: Enables direct streaming of audio and video over a court’s network (WAN, VPN, or VDI) to support remote court monitors and reporters.

  • Live Listening: Improved live-listening experience with reduced loading times and background buffering to ensure reliability even on poor network connections.

 

Management and Documentation

  • Searchable Log Notes: Allows users to create time-stamped notes to easily find specific appearances, spellings, or key terminology within a recording.

  • Centralized Access: Recordings can be made available in real time to any authorized user on the court network.

 

Security and Administration

  • Digital Certification: Includes the "For The Record Select Certificate" app to digitally certify recordings for increased security.

  • Access Control: Uses group policies to manage who can access recordings, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional and department policies.

  • Simplified Upgrades: An improved installer retains existing configuration settings (admin, audio, and video) when upgrading the software.

Our mission at Voice Products is to always exceed customer expectations with an emphasis on total customer satisfaction.

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