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You can apply for a transcript of a court or tribunal hearing if the hearing was recorded.

The court can refuse to provide part or all of a transcript (for example, if details of the hearing are confidential).

There are different ways to apply depending on which part of the transcript you want and whether you are eligible for a free copy.

Where hearings are recorded

Hearings at the Crown Court and at civil and family courts are always recorded.

Tribunal hearings are not always recorded. to find out if it was recorded.

Benefit and compensation decision tribunal hearings are usually recorded if they鈥檙e in-person or by phone or video. You can apply for an audio recording of your hearing instead of a transcript.

Hearings at magistrates鈥� courts are never recorded.

Get a transcript of the sentencing remarks only

If someone pleads guilty or is found guilty in a Crown Court, then the judge will decide what punishment they get. The judge will make sentencing remarks to explain their decision.

You might be able to find a transcript of the judgment or sentencing remarks for free online or .

You can also apply for a transcript of the sentencing remarks for free if you鈥檙e involved in a case because you鈥檙e either:

• a family member of a victim of murder, manslaughter or an offence that caused death on the road
• a victim of rape or sexual offences, or you鈥檙e applying on their behalf

You can either:

• download and fill in the paper form to apply

The court will decide whether you can get a free transcript after you apply. You鈥檒l get a response within 20 working days of applying.

If you鈥檙e not eligible for a free transcript of the sentencing remarks, you can apply for a transcript of all or part of the hearing.

Get a transcript of all or part of the hearing

Download and fill in form EX107 and read the accompanying guidance notes.

The guidance notes will explain the final fee, which will vary depending on the transcript鈥檚 size, whether it鈥檚 a new transcript or a copy, and other factors.

Return the form by email or post to:

• the court or tribunal where the hearing took place
• the contact details in section 2d of the guidance notes, if you want a transcript of a judgment from the Court of Appeal Criminal Division or the Administrative Court

You can choose how soon you would like the transcript to arrive from the options on the form.

If you cannot afford the fee

You could get a free transcript for a civil or family court hearing if you tell the court that there are special circumstances. For example, you need the transcript urgently but cannot afford to pay.

Download and fill in form EX105.

Send it with form EX107 to the court or tribunal where the hearing took place.

Complaints

Contact the transcriber first if you are not satisfied with the transcript or the service you鈥檝e received.

If you feel they have not dealt with your complaint properly, contact HM Courts and Tribunal Service (HMCTS).