Rule 3-708 Audio recordings of proceedings.

Every civil case heard in metropolitan court gets recorded with audio. This means the whole hearing is captured on tape, not written down by a court reporter.

The court only keeps these recordings for 90 days after the case ends with a final order. After that, the recordings can be erased or discarded. If you think you might need the recording later, such as for an appeal, you need to act fast.

If you want the recording saved longer than 90 days, you must file a request within 80 days after the final order is entered. This gives you a short window to make your request before the standard 90 day period runs out. If you miss this deadline, the recording may be gone for good, so it's smart to make this decision early if there's any chance you'll need it.