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Journalists urge repeal of remote‑access ban as Senate Judiciary considers electronic criminal records
Summary
Witnesses and legislative counsel told the Senate Judiciary that H937 removes a long-standing prohibition on electronic dissemination of criminal records; media representatives said remote access is essential for small newsrooms and public oversight, while members raised questions about rulemaking, fees and privacy safeguards.
Legislative counsel and a coalition of journalists told the Senate Judiciary on April 17 that H937 would remove Vermont’s statutory prohibition on remote electronic dissemination of criminal case records and direct the courts to create procedures for Internet access.
"They eliminated the prohibition on, electronic dissemination of criminal case records," Michelle, the House Office of Legislative Council, said while describing Section 4 of the bill. She told the committee the change reflects technological shifts since…
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