Access to Court Records: COSCA Concept Paper
Originally drafted for discussion in 2000, this COSCA concept paper explores the balance between public access and privacy in the digital age. It identifies guiding principles for access, proposes standards for classifying public and restricted court records, and addresses emerging challenges related to electronic filing, data security, and user fees. Though not adopted as formal policy, the paper laid groundwork for future governance frameworks on digital recordkeeping and public transparency.