Supreme Court Facilities and Technology

The video provides a comprehensive look at the Supreme Court of Texas, starting with its location within the Capitol Complex and its historical background. It highlights the old courtroom's restoration and the increase in justices from three to nine. The current building's facilities, including the judges' robing room, are explored. The video also showcases the advanced technology in the courtroom, such as microphones, data ports, and cameras, which facilitate live streaming of oral arguments. Finally, it offers a glimpse into the media room where video production occurs.

Where is the Supreme Court of Texas currently located?

• Near the Texas State Library

• In downtown Austin

• Within the Capitol building

• In the Capitol Complex

What significant change occurred to the Supreme Court in 1945?

• The court started live streaming sessions

• The court was established

• The number of justices increased to nine

• The court moved to a new building

Where can you find the restored old courtroom of the Supreme Court?

• In the basement of the Capitol building

• On the third floor north wing of the Capitol building

• In the south wing of the Capitol building

• On the first floor of the Capitol building

What is the purpose of the judges' robing room?

• For media briefings

• To store legal documents

• For judges to prepare before oral arguments

• To hold public meetings

What is the function of the lighted timing system in the courtroom?

• To indicate the start of a session

• To signal a recess

• To manage the duration of oral arguments

• To alert the media room

How many cameras are installed in the courtroom?

• Six

• Five

• Three

• Four

What technology is available at the podium for practitioners?

• A wireless microphone

• A built-in printer

• A document camera and external monitor

• A video conferencing system

Where is the media room located?

• In the judges' robing room

• In the courtroom

• In the Capitol building

• In the clerk's office

Who is responsible for producing the oral argument videos?

• Paul Burke

• The Clerk of the Court

• The State Bar

• The Chief Justice

What is the primary purpose of the media room?

• To host press conferences

• To conduct legal research

• To produce live oral argument videos

• To archive legal documents