Recording Device
/ˈrɛkərdɪŋ dɪˌvaɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) Any electronic, mechanical, or digital apparatus used to capture, store, or reproduce audio, visual, or data information, often used as evidence in legal proceedings.
The lawyer submitted the video from the recording device as evidence.
- (n.) A device approved or authorized by law for making official records, such as court proceedings or depositions.
The courtroom maintained a certified recording device to ensure an accurate transcript.
Forms
- recording devices
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the term often implicates issues of admissibility and chain of custody; drafting should specify the type of recording and purpose to avoid ambiguity.
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