Courtrooms today are drowning in technology—but not in a good way.

As the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) recently highlighted, judicial systems are struggling with too many platforms, too many devices, and too many disconnected systems that create more problems than they solve.

In many courts, a single remote hearing might require:

• A dedicated video conferencing codec (like a Polycom G7500, a Cisco Codec Pro, Logitech Meetup, or proprietary TV cart, etc.)

• A separate conferencing platform (Zoom, Teams, Webex, etc.)

• A soft capture device to record the conference feed

• A physical phone line for remote interpreters or key witnesses

• An in-room recorder for official court records

• Cloud storage and additional software to manage multiple file types

The result? A bloated, fragile, and expensive system that’s a nightmare to maintain.

This is exactly why Liberty Virtual Courtroom (LVC) was built—to eliminate unnecessary tech bloat and consolidate everything courts need into one streamlined system.

Thoroughly Tested, Built for Compatibility

We designed Liberty Virtual Courtroom (LVC) to work seamlessly across both new and legacy systems, giving courts the flexibility to transition at their own pace.

Now, after extensive testing, we’re excited to announce that Liberty Virtual Courtroom has been fully validated with the Polycom G7500, one of the most widely deployed hardware codecs in courtrooms today.

A Testament to LVC’s Unmatched Flexibility

We developed a detailed setup and configuration guide specifically for courts that still rely on the Polycom G7500. This guide ensures that LVC integrates flawlessly with existing courtroom infrastructure—delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality remote hearing capabilities.

But this is more than just a technical validation. It’s proof of a larger philosophy behind LVC:

✅ It works with your current setup—no matter how modern or legacy.
✅ It ensures long-term flexibility—allowing courts to transition at their own pace.
✅ It eliminates vendor lock-in—giving IT administrators and AV integrators greater control over courtroom technology.

Moving Beyond the Codec Model

While LVC fully supports hardware codecs like the G7500, it also offers something far more powerful: the ability to eliminate the need for dedicated video conferencing hardware entirely.

For years, courts have been tied to proprietary codecs under the assumption that they are required for high-quality remote participation. This is a misconception.

Unlike general-purpose video platforms that require additional software or hardware to function properly in courtrooms, LVC is built directly into Liberty Court Recorder, ensuring:

1. A Single System for Remote and In-Person Hearings

Instead of juggling multiple platforms, courts can run everything from a single application.

With LVC, there’s no need for separate video conferencing software, external call recorders, or cloud storage integrations. One system handles everything, streamlining courtroom operations and eliminating unnecessary IT headaches.

2. A Unified, Court-Grade Recording Process

Unlike general-purpose video platforms (like Zoom or Teams), LVC records each participant on their own isolated channel, in the same file as in-room recordings.

This is a critical distinction:

• Courts using Zoom must manage separate recordings—one stored in the cloud, another captured in-room.

• Zoom and similar platforms compress audio into mono or stereo files, making post-recording processes (like transcription) significantly harder.

• With LVC, everything is captured in the same .dcr file as the recorder, ensuring easy access, storage, and retrieval.

3. No More “House of Cards” Technology Setups

Most courtroom AV setups are so fragile that once everything is working, it’s a sneeze away from falling apart.

With LVC, there’s no need for cascading adapters, redundant software layers, or last-minute troubleshooting just to connect remote participants. Everything is built to work as one cohesive system, reducing points of failure and making IT administration drastically easier.

4. No “Virtual Meeting Rooms” – Instead, Real-World Courtroom Flows

Most general-purpose conferencing tools were designed for office meetings, not courtrooms. That’s why they rely on static “virtual rooms”—which don’t reflect actual courtroom procedures.

LVC is different.

• We replicate courtroom flow by creating independent virtual lobbies, separate from the main hearing space.

• This structure provides built-in flexibility and redundancy, ensuring a more natural courtroom experience.

• The result? Remote participants don’t feel like second-class litigants. Their experience is nearly identical to an in-person hearing, ensuring their access to justice is not compromised.

A Courtroom Technology Revolution

With Liberty Virtual Courtroom, courts no longer have to:

❌ Buy and maintain proprietary conferencing hardware
❌ Use multiple platforms just to piece together a remote hearing
❌ Manage separate recordings from different systems
❌ Rely on general-purpose conferencing tools that aren’t built for judicial environments

Instead, they get one streamlined, purpose-built solution that integrates remote and in-person proceedings into a single system.

With Liberty Virtual Courtroom, courts can:

🚀 Remove a Key Point of Failure
Dedicated codecs introduce single points of failure that disrupt proceedings. LVC eliminates this risk.

💡 Use Existing Equipment 
Most courts already have microphones, speakers, cameras, and other AV infrastructure in place. LVC integrates directly with this existing setup, eliminating the need for additional hardware and software.

🔗 Simplify IT Administration
No need to manage, troubleshoot, or maintain proprietary conferencing hardware.

💰 Reduce Costs
Courts can avoid recurring licensing fees, support contracts, and costly hardware upgrades.

📡 Enable Hybrid & Browser-Based Participation
LVC supports iOS, Android, and Windows, but also remote access through standard web browsers via WebRTC—no hardware required.

And, for courts still using dedicated codecs like the Polycom G7500, LVC provides an easy transition path—supporting existing setups while paving the way for a more efficient, software-driven future.

Want to learn more?

📧 Contact us at: [email protected] to discuss how LVC can simplify and modernize your courtroom setup.