The News Media and The Law, Winter 2011
Winter 2011
Vol. 35, No. 1
Covering the Border
Journalists who report on Mexican drug cartels and border crossings face many dangers
Editorial
Covering the border wars
Cover Story
High-risk journalism at the border
It may be a tedious process, but journalists can gain access to deportation hearings
Freedom of Information
In defense of disclosure
Creating a culture of secrecy
The Open Records appeal process
Ombudsmen at a glance
Government privatization and government transparency
Reprise of the machines
States get social
Reporter's Privilege
In the age of new media, who counts as a journalist?
High court refuses to hear case involving prosecutor's investigation of pain-relief advocate
Libel
Online publication of corrections and clarifications may have legal ramifications
Secret Courts
Keeping track of False Claims Act's qui tam cases
Newsgathering
Ride-alongs may cause legal trouble for the media
Content Regulation
Live! Broadcasting high-profile appeals reignites cameras in the courtroom debate
Open & Shut
Sources & Citations
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