Technology,
Evidence
Nov. 25, 2024
How virtual reality and spatial video will transform the courtroom
Virtual reality and spatial video are set to transform the courtroom by enabling jurors to experience evidence firsthand rather than merely observe it. Yet, the Federal Rules of Evidence weren't built for a world where technology brings evidence to life.
The relationship between technology and law is evolving fast, and with virtual reality (VR) and spatial video, we're on the brink of a major shift in the courtroom. Inspired by my Evidence class with Professor Richard L. Jolly at Southwestern, I've been thinking about how these technologies could change the way evidence is presented and experienced. Imagine jurors not just watching footage of a multi-vehicle crash but stepping into the scene themselves.
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