Justice is being seen to be done more openly than ever

In-court cameras, and the release of videos of interviews and of crime scenes, show the public how the law works. That is good, says John Battle

JUSTICE should be seen to be done, as well as done. This is the principle of open justice.

But a challenge for lawmakers and judges is how much openness should be allowed in court. Traditionally, open justice meant leaving the door of the court open. The public could enter and see what was going on.