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MC-500Mandatory

Media Request to Photograph, Record, or Broadcast

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2007

This form is used by a media organization to ask the court for permission to take pictures, record, or broadcast what happens in court. It also has a section for the court to schedule a hearing about the request.

The court describes it as: A media organization uses this to request permission to photograph, record, or broadcast court proceedings. Can also be used to indicate when the court will hold a hearing on the request.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

A media agency uses this form when they want to cover a court case by taking photos, recording audio, or broadcasting.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is for a media agency to submit their request to the court. It also has sections for the court to fill out notices.
Is a hearing required?
The form includes a section for a Notice of Hearing, but the text notes that a hearing is optional.
What must be attached?
The form states that a completed, proposed order on Judicial Council form MC-510 is attached and is required by California Rules of Court, rule 1.150.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2007.

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