AI and Becoming a Court Reporter

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1. Why do courts continue to require certified human reporters instead of relying solely on AI transcription?

   1. AI transcription cannot achieve the level of accuracy required for legal proceedings
   2. AI technology has not been invented yet
   3. AI transcription is too expensive for courts to afford
   4. Court reporters are required by law to be present at all hearings

2. How long does it typically take to complete a stenography program to become a court reporter?

   1. 6 months
   2. One semester
   3. Four years or more
   4. About 2-3 years

3. What is stenography?

   1. A legal document that summarizes a court case
   2. A type of computer software used to transcribe audio
   3. A method of writing that uses a special machine to record speech quickly and accurately
   4. The process of recording court proceedings on video

4. What serious consequence could result from even a single AI transcription error during a court deposition?

   1. The error would only affect minor details, not the case outcome
   2. The AI system would simply correct itself automatically
   3. The judge would ignore any transcription errors
   4. The error could potentially ruin an entire legal case

5. What is realtime captioning that many court reporters now do?

   1. Captioning for television or events that appears as people speak, helping deaf or hard-of-hearing viewers
   2. Recording audio of courtroom proceedings
   3. Typing up legal documents after court proceedings have ended
   4. Translating documents from one language to another

6. Why is court reporting described as one of the last careers where someone can earn six figures without a four-year degree?

   1. The salary is high and only requires a 2-3 year stenography program
   2. Most court reporters have doctorate degrees
   3. Court reporters work extremely long hours to earn six figures
   4. Six figures is only possible in very large cities

7. What is the main reason AI transcription has not replaced human court reporters in legal settings?

   1. The legal stakes are too high for AI mistakes
   2. Courts do not have access to AI technology
   3. AI transcription is illegal in courtrooms
   4. Human reporters type faster than AI

8. What is the primary duty of a court reporter during legal proceedings?

   1. Creating an exact, word-for-word record of everything said in court
   2. Deciding whether witnesses are telling the truth
   3. Summarizing the main points of testimony
   4. Recording video of the courtroom proceedings

9. What makes legal transcription different from general transcription?

   1. Legal transcription can be done by anyone with basic computer skills
   2. Legal transcription does not require any special training
   3. Legal transcription pays significantly less than other types
   4. Legal transcription requires perfect accuracy because the content involves people's rights and freedoms

10. What has happened to AI transcription technology in recent years?

    1. It has become more expensive and harder to access
    2. It has completely replaced human workers in all fields
    3. It has stopped improving entirely
    4. It has become much more common and affordable

11. What is a deposition in the legal context?

    1. A written summary of a court verdict
    2. An appeal of a judge's decision
    3. A type of legal contract
    4. A formal interview where a witness answers questions under oath before a trial

12. What organization was mentioned for finding court reporting schools?

    1. Federal Bureau of Investigation
    2. American Bar Association
    3. National Court Reporters Association
    4. National Association of Teachers

13. Why might a student interested in technology consider a career in court reporting?

    1. Technology skills are not important for court reporters
    2. Court reporting is being replaced by technology
    3. The job combines specialized technology (stenography machines) with human judgment that AI cannot replace
    4. Court reporters do not use any technology in their work

14. What would be a likely result if courts tried to use only AI transcription?

    1. AI would work perfectly and improve justice
    2. Errors in the transcript could lead to wrongful convictions or lost cases
    3. Lawyers would no longer need transcripts
    4. Courts would save significant money

15. What type of skills does someone need to be successful as a court reporter, beyond just technical stenography ability?

    1. Excellent cooking skills for feeding lawyers
    2. Strong concentration and the ability to focus for long periods without making mistakes
    3. Expertise in computer programming
    4. Advanced art abilities for courtroom sketches