Audio tapes are now the official records of the Supreme Court of BC. There are no longer court reporters on staff.
Court reporters are certified by the provincial government. They work independently and may be contracted by law firms or individuals for their services.
Anyone wishing to order a transcript of civil proceedings or oral reasons must contact a transcriber directly. In Vancouver, individuals may contact the In Court Technologies department in the Vancouver Registry for assistance. Some transcripts, such as those of oral reasons, require judge approval before being released.
Transcripts of criminal court proceedings must be ordered from the specific agency designated as the government agent.
Transcription rates vary with each agency. A list of reporting and transcription agencies throughout the province can be found in the BC Legal Directory.
- BC Legal Directory – Canadian Bar Association BC Branch
- Directory Canadian Bar Association BC Branch – on-site at Courthouse Libraries
- Audio Recording in the Supreme Court, February 12, 1997 – Ministry of the Attorney General
- Court Reporting and Court Transcription Services in B.C. – The Office of the Ombudsperson
In Court Technologies (Tape Management)
Vancouver Registry Counter 210
800 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2E1
tel.: 604-660-3500