# Court TV

> Court TV brings live, gavel-to-gavel coverage of the most high profile trials.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.courttv](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.courttv)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.courttv`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Katz Broadcasting, LLC
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 299,007
- **Rating:** 3.83 / 5 (1,868 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-26
- **First published:** 2019-05-01
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 14 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.courttv)
- **Website:** [https://www.courttv.com](https://www.courttv.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.courttv.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.courttv.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Court TV offers live, comprehensive coverage of the nation's most important and high-profile trials. Anchored by experienced and trusted legal journalists, it provides viewers with real-time updates and in-depth courtroom reporting. Beyond live broadcasts, the extension allows access to recent trial coverage and an extensive library of iconic legal cases on demand. Whether you're a legal enthusiast or simply interested in current courtroom events, Court TV ensures you stay informed with accurate and timely trial coverage.

## Rankings

- #130,398 — Overall
- #185 — News and magazines (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.PICTURE_IN_PICTURE`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.courttv.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise Court TV for its solid trial coverage, engaging hosts, and educational value, with frequent daily use across devices. However, they report persistent crashes/bugs and difficulty opening the app, along with dissatisfaction over changes in hosts/ownership. There is a common demand for more on-demand content and fewer repeats, plus scheduling gaps. Overall sentiment is mixed: strong content appeal hampered by stability issues and feature gaps.

### Pros

- Excellent coverage of court trials with engaging hosts.
- Educational content that viewers feel helps them learn about the law.
- Daily usage and convenient access on multiple devices (phone and Roku).
- General fan enthusiasm and enjoyment of the app's coverage.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and bugs; the app often won't open or closes unexpectedly across Android, Roku, and Firestick.
- Dissatisfaction with host lineup changes and ownership; requests to bring back former hosts.
- Desire for on-demand content and more trials; perception of limited library.
- Scheduling/content gaps (e.g., closing arguments not shown, repeated content) leading to disappointment.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.courttv)