An AI summary claims court reporters quit because the job is unbearable. The reality is the opposite. Most reporters stay for decades—often an entire working lifetime—because the profession rewards mastery, autonomy, and adaptability. Court reporting is demanding, yes, but for those built for it, it becomes a superpower, not a burnout sentence.
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The Battle for the Record Is Here — and CCRA Needs You
CCRA has taken a historic stand for every California court reporter. With attorney Scott Kronland of Altshuler Berzon, we’re defending the integrity of the record before the California Supreme Court. The fight against electronic recording isn’t just about jobs—it’s about justice. Your profession. Your record. Your voice. Stand with us. Join CCRA. Donate today.
The High Cost of Replacing a Court Reporter
Replacing a court reporter isn’t just a staffing issue—it’s a silent crisis. With veteran reporters retiring, mentoring gaps widening, and agencies scrambling to cover jobs, the true cost of turnover is mounting: lost trust, delayed justice, and record integrity at risk. Court reporters aren’t interchangeable. They’re essential. Until we start treating them that way, the system will keep bleeding talent—and accuracy.
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