Use of mobile phones to be banned in Hong Kong courtrooms during jury trials

The judiciary has announced that the use of mobile phones or devices with photo or video-taking capabilities will be banned from courtrooms during jury trials starting next month. The new policy follows a spate of incidents concerning photo-taking in courts this year. The measure will take effect on July 19, and will cover civil or criminal … Continue reading Use of mobile phones to be banned in Hong Kong courtrooms during jury trials