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How to Order Transcripts & Audio Recordings

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. To determine the name of the court reporter, refer to the minute entry from the proceeding on PACER or contact the Clerk of Court’s office. If the hearing was digitally recorded, the minutes will refer to “FTR Gold” (see instructions for ordering recordings or transcripts of proceeding recorded using FTR Gold below).
  • Delivery times are computed from:
    • the date on which satisfactory financial arrangements are made with the court reporter;
    • the date on which the approved CJA-24 form is received by the court reporter; or
    • the date set by a scheduling order issued by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
  • For a complete description of delivery times and rates see the Transcript Fee Rates.
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.

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.
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.