If one party pays for an expedited transcript, what is required?

The requirement that all parties must receive the expedited transcript at the same time ensures fairness and impartiality in the legal process. Court reporters have an ethical obligation to provide equal access to information for all parties involved in a case. When one party pays for an expedited transcript, it does not grant them exclusive rights to receive the material before others; rather, it allows for timely access for everyone involved.

This practice upholds the integrity of the court proceedings and protects against any appearance of favoritism or bias that could arise if one party were to have prioritized access. By distributing the transcript simultaneously, the court reporter helps maintain transparency and ensures that all parties are on the same footing when it comes to the materials relevant to their case.

In contexts where expedited services are concerned, the key principle is to balance efficiency with ethical responsibility, which is central to the role of a court reporter in the legal system.