Chet Pleban: Should Cameras Be Allowed in the Courtroom?

Posted 10:57 am, January 30, 2012, by , Updated at 08:24AM, February 21, 2012
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The Illinois Supreme Court clears the way for cameras in some courtrooms. The State's highest court made its historic announcement last week. Cameras have been allowed in Missouri courtrooms since July 1, 1995 so this is news for those of us in broadcasting who cover Illinois courts.  But what about attorney's? How do they look at more transparency. Defense Attorney Chet Pleban weighs in.