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Supreme Court Bans Unauthorized Sharing and Monetisation of Courtroom Footage
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🗓 25 Jul 2026, 04:18 AM
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The Supreme Court has issued a ruling that prohibits the unauthorised distribution and commercial use of courtroom videos, effectively banning the creation of memes and advertisements from such footage.
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday issued a landmark order that bars the unauthorised sharing and monetisation of courtroom footage. The ruling specifically targets the use of such videos for memes, advertisements and other commercial purposes.
The court cited concerns over privacy, the integrity of proceedings and the potential for misrepresentation. It also warned that any violation could lead to criminal liability and civil penalties.
Social media platforms and content creators are expected to comply immediately, with the court directing that any existing infringing material be removed or made inaccessible.
The decision is seen as a step to protect the sanctity of judicial proceedings and to curb the spread of misleading or sensationalised content online.
The court cited concerns over privacy, the integrity of proceedings and the potential for misrepresentation. It also warned that any violation could lead to criminal liability and civil penalties.
Social media platforms and content creators are expected to comply immediately, with the court directing that any existing infringing material be removed or made inaccessible.
The decision is seen as a step to protect the sanctity of judicial proceedings and to curb the spread of misleading or sensationalised content online.