AB 711 isn’t a victory—it’s a retreat. By shifting the responsibility of providing court reporters to attorneys, California courts are abandoning their duty to guarantee a fair, accurate record. This law deepens inequality, privatizes access to justice, and accelerates the erosion of the certified reporting profession. When justice depends on who can afford the record, justice is already lost.
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“Be the Voice That Speaks for Me in Court”: The Sacred Power of Truth in a Profession Gone Quiet
When truth becomes dangerous, speaking out isn’t just brave—it’s sacred. A fellow reporter shared a prayer: “O Holy Spirit, be the Voice that speaks for me in court.” In a profession silenced by fear and gatekeeping, that voice matters more than ever. We don’t need permission to speak truth—we need conviction. Let integrity rise louder than intimidation.
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