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Reporter to Stand Trial for Taping in the Courtroom

Back in May, FTVLive told you that KWWL Reporter Elizabeth Amanieh was charged with contempt for shooting video on her cellphone while covering a court appearance by 'The Bachelor' star Chris Soules on charges of leaving the scene of a fatal accident.

Well, now it appears that her case is going to trial. 

A judge has scheduled trial for Amanieh as prosecutors are pursuing contempt of court proceedings against her. 

Judge Fae Hoover Grinde set a bench trial for September 28th. 

If convicted, the 22-year-old could be punished with a fine and jail time.

KWWL published exclusive video of Soules’ April court appearance after he was jailed for an accident that killed Kenneth Mosher.

Prosecutors contend a judge told Amanieh she wouldn’t allow video of the hearing and only photos would be permitted.

She’s pleaded not guilty.

Iowa law allows journalists to record hearings if they have prior approval.

No word if cameras will be allowed in to her trial. 

H/T AP


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