Fla. R. Traf. Ct. 6.460

EVIDENCE

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RULE 6.460. 	EVIDENCE
(a) 	Applicable Rules. The rules of evidence applicable in all
hearings for traffic infractions shall be the same as in civil cases,
except to the extent inconsistent with these rules, and shall be
liberally construed by the official hearing the case.
(b) 	Recording of Hearing. Any party to a noncriminal traffic
infraction may make a recording of the hearing. The provision and
operation of the recording equipment shall be the responsibility of
that party unless otherwise provided by the court, and shall be in a
recording format acceptable to the clerk. A recording of the
proceeding that is made by a party shall be delivered immediately
after the hearing to the clerk, who shall secure and file it. A certified
copy of such recording shall be furnished by the clerk and
transcribed for an appeal if ordered by a party at that party’s
expense. Transcription shall only be by an official court reporter at
the requesting party’s expense.
Committee Notes
2015 Amendment. In light of continuing technological advances, this
rule was amended to accommodate continuing changes in technology and the
ability to use various types of equipment when recording a traffic infraction
hearing. Parties are encouraged to contact the clerk of court prior to their
hearing to confirm that the recording equipment they intend to use will
produce a recording in a format that is acceptable to the clerk.

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