Courthouse Cell Phone Policies and Public Access
Erie County
Summary
Residents expressed frustration over county meeting rules that restrict cell phone usage and recording devices, citing the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
County officials maintaining meeting order
Residents wishing to record proceedings and take photos
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Council - Sep 8, 2026
Citizens questioned council members regarding restrictions on bringing cell phones into the courthouse and recent votes concerning transparency.
County Council - Apr 21, 2026
Residents expressed frustration over county meeting rules that restrict cell phone usage and recording devices, citing the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act.
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