Will there be cameras in the courtroom?
The rules for cameras in New Mexico courts are at pp. 73-75 of this report:
http://www.nmbar.org/Public/publicpu...ediaIssues.pdf
"The media is authorized, by New Mexico Supreme Court rule and case law, to broadcast, televise, photograph and record court proceedings in the District and Metropolitan Courts of the State of New Mexico. Under the New Mexico Supreme Court’s Rule 23-107 NMRA, cameras and recording devices are allowed in the courtroom as long as they comply with the guidelines set forth in the Rule. In addition, the media coverage must not “detract from the dignity of the court proceedings” or interfere with a fair and impartial hearing....
In addition, Rule 23-107 NMRA states that media coverage is subject to a judge’s authority to ensure decorum and the fair administration of justice. The judge has the discretion to exclude coverage of certain witnesses, such as victims of sex crimes, police informants and juveniles. In addition, the rule dictates that neither members of the jury nor the jury selection process may be photographed. Broadcasting, photographing or recording of conferences between members of the court, court and counsel, co-counsel or
counsel and clients is also not permitted."
If you plan to attend and film, photograph, or record as a member of the media, you must advise the Court in advance:
http://www.metrocourt.state.nm.us/xn...edia&file=info
"The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court welcomes news coverage. However, cameras are not allowed in the courthouse or in courtrooms without the permission of the judge. Please call the Communications, Information and Public Outreach Director (505-841-9897) for clearance 24 hours in advance or as soon as practicable. Courthouse Security will not allow cameras or other audio or video recorders in without prior clearance. The court follows the guidelines laid down in New Mexico Supreme Court Rule 23-107 (2006) regarding the recording of court proceedings."