What is the Court Reporter responsible for regarding offered exhibits?

• A. They are responsible for ensuring all exhibits offered for identification/admission are properly marked
• B. They determine admissibility of exhibits
• C. They prepare the exhibit list
• D. They present exhibits to the court

Answer: (A)

The main concept is that the court reporter ensures every exhibit offered for identification or admission is properly marked. This labeling creates a clear, consistent reference in the record so the item can be identified accurately as testimony proceeds, during any ruling on admissibility, and in the transcript after the fact. The marking typically assigns a designation (like an exhibit number or letter) and is attached to the exhibit itself and noted in the proceedings when it is introduced and when the judge rules on it. The court reporter doesn’t decide admissibility—that’s the judge’s job—and they don’t typically prepare the exhibit list or physically present exhibits; those duties belong to the attorneys and the clerk as appropriate. The essential point is that proper marking by the court reporter keeps the exhibit identifiable and traceable throughout the case.