What happens to the prohibition on discussing proceedings once a transcript becomes public record?

When a transcript becomes a public record, the prohibition on discussing proceedings is indeed lifted somewhat. This means that while court reporters and individuals involved in the litigation can now openly discuss the contents of the proceedings, there may still be restrictions on certain sensitive aspects that are subject to confidentiality. For instance, matters involving privileged communications or sealed records could still be governed by confidentiality rules, thus limiting what can be disclosed even after the transcript is available to the public.

This nuanced lifting acknowledges the importance of transparency once a document is available for public scrutiny, while also recognizing that there may be remaining ethical obligations or legal restrictions that prevent a full and unrestricted sharing of all details. Therefore, there is a balance between allowing for public access to the information and maintaining the integrity of sensitive aspects of the judicial process.