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California city backs down from misguided ‘hacking’ lawsuit against bloggers
The city of Fullerton has abandoned a lawsuit that had dangerous implications for data journalism.
May 26, 2021
By
Grayson Clary
Categorized in
Prior Restraint
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Supreme Court justices sound skeptical note on government’s view of anti-hacking law
The justices’ questioning about the scope of the anti-hacking law should give the Justice Department some reason for concern.
December 7, 2020
By
Grayson Clary
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Policy
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US Supreme Court to hear arguments on hacking law, First Amendment implications
RCFP has argued that the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act significantly chills First Amendment activity.
November 30, 2020
By
Mailyn Fidler
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Policy
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