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Access

Public access, privacy, and the language of law in official records.

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Public Access to Court Records

Learn how the public can find and request federal court records through PACER, the Clerk's Office, and the National Archives.

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Remote Hearings and Transcripts

How remote hearings change the record, and what stays the same in the transcript. A practical guide for legal professionals.

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Language Access in Courts

How courts provide interpreting and translated records to ensure equal access for limited English proficient individuals.