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How to Order Transcripts & Audio Recordings

The District of Montana uses different order forms depending on who you are and what you’re requesting. Choose the option that fits your situation below.

Parties Ordering Transcripts from a Court Reporter

Form to Use: Transcript Order Form
Before you order: Review the Transcript Fee Rates
 
How to submit
  • File the form electronically in CM/ECF, or
  • Deliver it in person or by mail to the Clerk of Court’s Office
  • Keep a copy for your records
Next steps
  • Contact the court reporter directly to arrange payment
  • Delivery time begins after payment is arranged (except for transcripts paid by the United States)
CJA Panel Members
  • You must submit an AUTH 24 transcript request in e‑Voucher BEFORE filing the Transcript Order Form
  • Review the CJA 24 Instructions for details

Parties Ordering Recordings or Transcripts of Proceedings Recorded using FTR Gold

 
How to submit
  • File the form electronically in CM/ECF, or
  • Deliver it in person or by mail to the Clerk of Court’s Office
  • Keep a copy for your records
Transcripts
  • Once your request is filed, you will be given the contact information for the transcriber to whom the request was assigned.
  • Contact the transcriber directly to arrange payment
  • Delivery time begins after payment is arranged (except for transcripts paid by the U.S. government)
  • Review the Transcript Fee Rates before ordering
Audio Recordings
  • Audio files are delivered through Box.com
  • Download instructions are available here
  • Review the Court’s Fee Schedule before ordering

If You Are Not a Party in the Case

 
How to submit
  • Deliver the form by mail or in person to the Clerk of Court’s Office
    (The Clerk will file it in CM/ECF for you)
  • Keep a copy for your records
Transcripts Reported by a Court Reporter
  • Contact the court reporter directly to arrange payment
  • Delivery time begins after payment is arranged (except for transcripts paid by the United States)
  • You may select only a 30‑day or 14‑day delivery option to allow parties time to request redactions
  • Review the Transcript Fee Rates before ordering
Audio Recordings
  • Requests are subject to a 7‑day waiting period to allow parties time to request redactions
  • Audio files are delivered through Box.com
  • Download instructions are available here
  • Review the Court’s Fee Schedule before ordering
Transcripts of Proceedings Audio Recorded using FTR Gold
  • After filing, you’ll receive contact information for the assigned transcriber
  • Contact the transcriber directly to arrange payment
  • Delivery time begins after payment is arranged (except for transcripts paid by the U.S. government)
  • You may select only a 30‑day or 14‑day delivery option to allow parties time to request redactions
  • Review the Transcript Fee Rates before ordering
Privacy Reminder
It is the responsibility of the parties to request redaction of personal identifying information from transcripts and audio recordings that will be made publicly available. For information on privacy protection please visit the Important Privacy Protections Under the Federal Rules page.
 
For guidance, please review the Transcript Redaction Procedure and Schedule.