For weeks CableONE of Ardmore had been installing cabling, cameras, and electronic equipment in preperation for this history making event between the jail and the courtroom. Everything went as planned and Initial Appearences of inmates in jail are now conducted by television. It has been a great success.
Security is increased since prisoners are no longer exposed to the outside during the movement.
This is a plus for not only the officers who were doing the transporting, but also the general public whose safety must be considered anytime a prisoner is taken from the jail. Actual courtroom security is greatly improved since the prisoner is not physically in the courtroom. CableONE of Ardmore provided the installation and equipment of the new video appearence system as a public service to the people of Carter county at no cost and their commitment to the citizens is truly appreciated.