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Join Peter Tragos, AKA The Lawyer You Know, For This Exclusive Event!
Analyze the intersection of true crime and the court of public opinion in this essential guide. This course delves into the impact of media on the justice system, using high-profile cases to explore challenges and strategies for lawyers in the spotlight. Gain invaluable insights into managing media influence, ethical considerations, and evidentiary issues in a digital age. Equip yourself with the knowledge to protect your clients and navigate the complexities of high-profile legal battles. Transform your approach to legal practice in today's media-driven world - register today!
- Gain insights into streaming criminal cases and the public's access to legal documents.
- Get in-depth analysis of the media's effect on defendants, judges, and lawyers through high-profile case studies.
- Obtain strategies for managing prejudicial media coverage and ethical dilemmas in the courtroom.
- Understand the impact of media on evidentiary issues, including DNA evidence and police interrogations.
- Learn practical tips for setting boundaries with media to benefit client cases while adhering to ethical standards.

Abbreviated Agenda
- The Courtroom of True Crime
- Who is Affected by Media in the Courtroom: Part One
- Who is Affected by Media in The Courtroom: Part Two
- Evidentiary Issues Created by Media
- What Can Attorneys do to Protect Their Clients
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Alabama CLE |
|
3 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Arizona CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| California CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Colorado CLE |
|
4 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Delaware CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Florida CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Georgia CLE |
|
3 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Illinois CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-10-2026 |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-30-2026 |
| Maine CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-10-2026 |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Missouri CLE |
|
3.6 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Mississippi CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Montana CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| North Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total | 02-28-2026 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| New Jersey CLE |
|
3.6 Total | 04-01-2026 |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| New York CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2027 |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| South Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
3 Total | 05-31-2027 |
| Texas CLE |
|
3 Total | 04-30-2026 |
| Utah CLE |
|
3 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Vermont CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-11-2026 |
| Washington CLE |
|
3 Total | 06-10-2029 |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
3.5 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
3.6 Total | 06-11-2026 |
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CLE
Agenda
-
The Courtroom of True Crime
- Introduction
- Streaming Criminal Cases for Public View
- Documents, Hearings, Trials, and Appellate Briefs
- Introduction
-
Who is Affected by Media in the Courtroom: Part One
- Criminal Defendants
- Bryan Kohberger
- Motions for and Against Media Coverage
- Prejudicial Effect(s) of Media Coverage
- Motions to Seal and Unseal
- Kyle Rittenhouse
- Be Wary of the False Narrative
- JD v. Heard
- The Media "Wave" is Real
- OJ Simpson
- Current Events Can Change a Case Completely When Media is Involved
- Bryan Kohberger
- Victims
- Victims in J.D. v. Heard
- Trolls, Memes, and Brutality
- Importance of Sealing Documents and Protective Measures
- Victims in J.D. v. Heard
- Criminal Defendants
-
Who is Affected by Media in The Courtroom: Part Two
- Judges
- Alex Murdaugh
- "Public Right to View" Taken by Some Judges
- Maya Kowalski
- Take Care of Maya Netflix Special
- Delphi, Indiana Murders
- Overstepping is a Concern
- Boyce Orders
- Careful: A Judge's Allowance of Media in One Instance is Not Determinative
- Kohberger & YouTube
- Judge Control Over Social Media in a Criminal Case
- Alex Murdaugh
- Lawyers
- Ethical Obligations
- Waiver of Conflict
- Lessons from Maya Kowalski
- Judges
-
Evidentiary Issues Created by Media
- The Case of Sarah Boone
- Police Interrogation
- The Case of Courtney Clenney
- Evidence Includes all "Relevant" Materials
- The Case of Bryan Kohberger
- DNA Evidentiary Issues
- The Case of Sarah Boone
-
What Can Attorneys do to Protect Their Clients
- Continuous Education and Review of High Profile Cases is Key
- Join or Assist Rules Committees in Your Jurisdiction
- Set Boundaries
- Be Proactive with Media When it Benefits Your Client
- Consider Requesting Cameras be Restricted or Allowed Based on the Facts of Your Case
- Boundaries Set Must Adhere to Ethical Rules
Who Should Attend
This program is for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Peter L. Tragos
is the managing partner at the Law Offices of Tragos, Sartes & Tragos in Clearwater, Florida. He focuses his entire practice on fighting for injured victims of wrongful death, car accident, and premises liability cases. As far back as law school, Mr. Tragos has been drawn to perfecting the craft of trial work. Mr. Tragos won a national championship while on the mock trial team at Florida State University College of Law, and has tried a host of cases from federal to state and criminal to civil. Recently, he has expanded his research and education by reviewing and breaking down other trials on his YouTube channel the "Lawyer You Know". Mr. Tragos is a current member of The Florida Bar's Civil Procedure Rules Committee (an honor reserved only for attorneys hand selected by the president of The Florida Bar Association). He enjoys giving back to the legal community, avidly volunteering his time and energy as a speaker and presenter on the topics of civil litigation and technology in the legal field; and has also been recognized and awarded for his distinguished pro bono service.
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