An article from CCJ partner NewsLab [1].

Television is often at a disadvantage when it comes to covering court stories. Even when cameras are allowed in court, the video and audio quality is often marginal. Stories often wind up being told with soundbites from lawyers interviewed in a hurry (up against a wall) and file video from the crime scene.

This tip sheet offers some alternatives for you to consider. Consult our guide to Internet resources [2] on covering crime and criminal justice for links that can add context to your reporting. We also have a resource guide for covering the police beat [3].

Concentrate on Characters

Break the Code

Tell the Story

Click here for details on NewsLab.org [4].