# Rule 7-4 Recording, broadcasting, etc

Current through 2024. Source: DLR publication. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## Rule 7-4 Recording, broadcasting, etc

Balt., Md., Council Rules r. 7-4 (2026)

(a) In general. A member of the public, including a representative of the news media, may record, photograph, videotape, broadcast, or televise the proceedings of an open meeting of the Council (including a meeting of any of its committees) if the device used for this purpose:

  (1) does not create an excessive noise that disturbs Councilmembers or other individuals attending the meeting;

  (2) is operated without any excessively bright light that disturbs Councilmembers or other individuals attending the meeting; and

  (3) does not otherwise:

    (i) disrupt the meeting; or

    (ii) interfere with the right of the public to attend and observe the meeting.

(b) Presiding officer may restrict movement.

  (1) Whenever necessary to maintain the orderly conduct of the meeting, the presiding officer may restrict the movement of the person who is using any recording device, camera, broadcasting equipment, or televising equipment.

  (2) If the person refuses to comply or otherwise persists in conduct prohibited by this or any other rule, the presiding officer may take the action described in Rule 7-2 of this chapter for dealing with a disturbance or public disorder.