Sindh High Court bans photography, video recording inside court premises

Sindh High Court bans photography, video recording inside court premises

The Sindh High Court has imposed a ban on photography and video recording inside courtrooms, corridors and waiting areas, according to a circular issued by the court administration.

Under the new directive, journalists will only be allowed to record videos or take photographs from areas specifically designated for media personnel. The restriction applies to other parts of the court premises, including courtrooms, corridors and waiting areas.

The circular stated that the measure aims to ensure proper discipline and maintain an appropriate environment for judicial proceedings. Visitors, lawyers, litigants and other individuals present on the court premises will have to comply with the new restrictions.

The court administration has also warned that anyone violating the directive could face strict action under the law. Authorities may confiscate the mobile phones and other recording equipment used in violation of the ban.

The circular further makes it clear that the restrictions will remain applicable unless recording takes place from the designated space allocated for journalists. Media personnel will therefore be required to follow the specified arrangements while covering proceedings and activities at the high court.

The move comes as part of efforts to regulate photography and video recording within the court premises and ensure that judicial proceedings and public movement inside the building are not disrupted.