Protestantism

» Migisi - Shield law

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"press corps" express the idea they have special privileges when it comes to answering questions under oath--protecting their sources, etc.?
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Apparently, law makers in 31 states (including Washington DC) thought some sort of 'shield law' was a good idea, and passed legislation. Some states offer source protection in civil cases only, not criminal.
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Reporters subpoenaed to testify in federal cases have no special privilege. The Supreme Court determined that the press did not have a Constitutional right of protection from revealing confidential information in court. They'll go to jail - like Judith Miller (New York Times) did in the Valerie Plame case.

-- posted by Migisi