Hey there, it's Shelly. Move over, Judge Judy. Lovers of legal drama can now get real-life trials beamed to their devices live from courtrooms across the country.
As government buildings throughout the U.S. shut their doors to prevent the spread of Covid-19, many judges have moved operations online rather than put cases on hold altogether. The result is that custody hearings, bankruptcy proceedings, abuse charges and other cases are being heard by virtual courts. And thanks to the digital convenience of live-streaming, public hearings can now truly be heard by any member of the public.
