Court Reporter Sanction Process

Summary

Court reporters in Texas can be sanctioned for misconduct by the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC). Judges can impose immediate sanctions in court, but formal actions are typically handled by the JBCC. If a court reporter contests indigency status late or charges for potentially corrupted transcripts, it may be grounds for a complaint. Consider filing a complaint with the JBCC for unethical behavior.

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who would impose these sanctions?
In Texas, sanctions against a court reporter would typically be imposed by the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC). They oversee the certification and conduct of court reporters and have the authority to enforce disciplinary actions.
Is there a specific incident involving a court reporter that you're dealing with?
so the judge of the court wouldn't enforce the sanctions?
In Texas, while the JBCC generally imposes sanctions against court reporters, a judge can also impose immediate sanctions in their courtroom if the court reporter's conduct directly impacts the proceedings. However, for formal disciplinary actions, the JBCC would be the primary authority.
Is there a specific issue with a court reporter you're dealing with?
I asked for court reporter for transcripts from the year *, I asked for these transcripts in Feburary of * but I am indignant and filed for indignancy in * of november. The court reporter filed a contest to my indignancy status or filing in november of * right after I asked her to provide me the * transcripts which I asked for in feb *. The court reporter is playing games and said that they are * thousand dollars and that they might be corrupted but still charged me * k if they weren't corrupted. She is essentially trying to earn money while filing a contest to my indignancy status 3 months late. Who is in the wrong in this scenario according to the law?
Case Rating: *.
It sounds like a complicated situation. Here are some general points:
- Indigency Status Challenge: If the court reporter contested your indigency status late, it may be worth questioning the validity of that contest.
- Transcripts Fee: Charging for potentially corrupted transcripts is highly questionable and unethical.
Consider filing a complaint with the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC) regarding the court reporter's actions.
Would you like to know more about filing a complaint with the JBCC?
So I wouldn't be able to ask the court that she works in for sanctions?
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You can certainly bring the issue to the attention of the court where the court reporter works, especially if their actions have directly affected the proceedings. However, for formal disciplinary actions, filing a complaint with the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC) would be more effective.
Would you like more information on how to file a complaint with the JBCC?
Yeah
Case Rating: *
To file a complaint with the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC), you can follow these steps:
- Visit the JBCC website.
- Download and complete the complaint form.
- Provide detailed information and any supporting evidence.
- Submit the form as directed.
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Tell me if this requires a complaint or sound suspicious. This is her email, " Mr. Breeden: I did locate the files from *, but I did not open them. Sometimes files get corrupted. With that said, I cannot give you legal advice as I am not an attorney. I do not know what avenues you are requesting. Per my previous email, I did let you know that when we did the indigency hearing, you did not show up for the hearing and you were not deemed indigent. Previously I gave you an estimate of approximately $*,* for said transcript. Since then, my price has gone up, but I am still willing to honor that same price should you desire to go forward with your request, and IF files are not corrupted. I see no need to even open the files at this time."
Case Rating: *
It sounds suspicious and may warrant a complaint. The key issues are:
- Contesting indigency status late.
- Charging for potentially corrupted transcripts.
- High cost without verifying file integrity.
Would you like more detailed guidance on filing a complaint or taking further action?