Can a public citizen access murder transcripts?

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Country: United States of America
State: Florida

Are transcripts kept of murder trials in Florida (or in any other state)? If so, can a member of the public access a murder trial transcript in Florida (or any other state)?

Answer

Yes, at least for a few years--but you will have to pay for it.

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