Alberta North Reporting provides stenographic court reporting and transcription for various types of legal proceedings.
How can I find out if a court reporter can be available in my area?
Alberta North Reporting serves a large area, including Grande Prairie and the Peace Country. To ensure a court reporter can be available in your area, contact us at anr@anreporting.ca or 780-897-5366.
How can I ensure my booking is confirmed?
Once you submit the booking form, Alberta North Reporting will provide an email confirming your booking within 24 hours.
What is a stenographic court reporter, and how does stenographic reporting differ from digital reporting?
A stenographic court reporter employs shorthand theory on a shorthand machine to transcribe spoken words. Throughout a stenographic court reporter’s career, they develop a comprehensive dictionary of words and phrases. Each keystroke on the shorthand machine is transmitted to the court reporter’s software and, using the dictionary built up over years, produces a realtime transcript. Although the transcript will still require editing and proofreading before certification, utilizing a shorthand reporter enables clients to benefit from readbacks and swift turnaround times for transcripts. A stenographic court reporter has been taught to maintain the integrity of the transcript, which means they will intervene during proceedings to address issues such as non-verbal responses, multiple people speaking simultaneously, or any disruptions in audio or video during videoconferences.
Digital reporting involves a digital reporter who will attend with a tape recorder and no shorthand machine. This means they are relying solely on the audio recording to produce the transcript at a later date. A transcript from a digital reporter is generally typed up after the fact by a team of typists, not by the person who was in attendance that day.
How do I know if I have a stenographic court reporter or a digital reporter?
To identify whether you have a stenographic court reporter or a digital reporter, look for specific equipment. A stenographic court reporter will have a shorthand machine, making them easy to recognize. If you're in a videoconference, you can request that your court reporter show you their shorthand machine for confirmation.
In contrast, a digital reporter will come equipped with a tape recorder and a laptop, but will not have a shorthand machine. Knowing these differences can help you understand the type of reporting service you are receiving.
Why is it important to ensure you have a stenographic court reporter?
Choosing a stenographic court reporter is crucial for several reasons. They deliver a verbatim transcript of the proceedings, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Additionally, they can provide immediate readbacks upon request and produce the final transcript promptly.
Stenographic court reporters also play a vital role in safeguarding the record. They actively intervene during proceedings to address issues such as non-verbal responses, multiple speakers talking at once, or any audio or video disruptions during videoconferences. This level of oversight helps maintain the integrity of the record.
Alberta North Reporting specializes exclusively in stenographic court reporting, guaranteeing that you will receive the services of a qualified stenographic court reporter for your proceedings.
