Court reporters are an integral part of the judicial system. Without a transcript of court proceedings, litigants do not have the best means to present their case for review to higher courts. Oklahoma reporters are required to buy their own equipment, which includes reporting software, $4000; writers, $5,100; printers, $1,000; computers, $1,950; and many other expenses. Oklahoma court reporters are required to pass tests at 200 and 180 words per minute for licensure as a Certified Shorthand Reporter. Some reporters further their skills by....MORE
