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Going to Court Without Leaving Prison
Teleconferencing technology -- so common in corporate America -- is now an option for some incarcerated defendants in Connecticut. The judges of the state's Superior Court recently approved changes to allow defendants to participate in some court proceedings via cameras linked between the courthouse and prison. Supporters say the technology will expedite things while protecting the public and cutting costs, but criminal defense attorneys complain that it could slow proceedings and reduce client face-time.