COVID-19 has brought many changes to the legal system. The most complex changes are occurring in the criminal practice area, where open hearings are guaranteed by the constitution. The right of an open courtroom, examination of witnesses by the prosecution and defense counsel, confidential communication between counsel and client, and findings by the court and juries, are all essential to this process. Safety precautions imposed by the court often run contra to these rights. This article discusses many of the problems in this area.