JOURN 4000 1nd EditionExam #4 Study Guide Lectures 33-34: Lecture 33-Shield law:-Whether journalists have the right to protect confidential sources/information -James Risen-No federal shield law, no shield law in MO-Valerie Plame-Josh Wolf-Judges always puncture shield laws-Charles Manson -Branzburg vs. Hayes (79) -Shield law said journalists did not have to release confidential sources-The court said no-Good faith jury investigation vs. bad faith1. Relevance2. Lack of relevant sources-Karen Silkwood-Crystal Cox-New media should not be confused with news media-Deep Throat-Cohen case media can be held liable for voluntarily burning sources-Shield laws can vary by who, what, and when is protected-1980- Privacy Protection Act no knock and enter of newsrooms4 exceptions when police can come in :1. Suspect report is involved in crime2. Risk of bodily harm/deaths3. Risk of destruction of material4. Reporters haven’t responded to subpoena Lecture 34-Secret trials-Founding fathers didn’t like them-Wanted public trials, community needs to know-6th Amendment calls for open trials -5 days notice if you want cameras in the courtroom in MO-Courts can punish at its discretion for contempt of authority in the court or near the court-Cannot take pictures of jurorsWays to ensure impartial judgments:1. Change of venue2. Grant continuance 3. Voir dire4. Cautionary instructions5. Sequester jury6. Contempt of courtJuror selection:1. Have you heard about case2. Have you formed an opinion3. Can you set aside what you have heard/seen/opinions
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