Increasing Zoom bombings have led to a ban on public virtual attendance in Ontario courtrooms. The Assistant Deputy Attorney General issued a memo requiring in-person attendance for public observers. Concerns have arisen from incidents where offensive content disrupted court proceedings, underscoring the need for security measures. Legal professionals have expressed hope for improved technology use to maintain transparency and open access to justice, emphasizing the importance of public participation in court proceedings.
"The public will not be permitted to observe proceedings virtually," the memo stated, highlighting the growing concerns regarding Zoom bombings disrupting Ontario court hearings.
Zoom bombings in Ontario have increased, leading to a public ban on virtual courtroom attendance, pushing in-person attendance as the new requirement for public observation.
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