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Gannett v. Long
A media coalition is challenging the constitutionality of Tennessee's police "buffer zone" law.By Chris YoungCategorized in First Amendment -
Media coalition sues to block enforcement of Tennessee police ‘buffer zone’ law
It’s the third lawsuit RCFP attorneys have filed on behalf of media coalitions challenging the constitutionality of buffer zone laws.view more
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Ryanair DAC v. Booking.com
A federal court’s interpretation of an anti-hacking statute would harm data journalists.By Chris YoungCategorized in Newsgathering -
The Associated Press et al. v. U.S. Department of State
The Associated Press and one of its reporters are represented by RCFP attorneys.By evespaCategorized in Freedom of Information -
Why journalists should care about military involvement in domestic law enforcement
RCFP has received questions regarding the implications for journalists of using the military for civilian law enforcement.view more
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With free legal support from ProJourn, InvestigateWest scrutinizes Jehovah’s Witnesses child abuse policies
"We couldn’t do the journalism that we’re doing without ProJourn," said InvestigateWest's Wilson Criscione.view more
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Reporters Committee announces $1.25 million from Press Forward in new grant support for Local Legal Initiative
The investment powers expanded legal capacity to meet the needs of local newsrooms.view more
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RCFP urges Massachusetts lawmakers to pass reporter’s shield bill
The legislation would protect journalists from being compelled to identify confidential sources in legal proceedings.By lserinoCategorized in Protecting Sources and Materials -
U.S. v. Burke
RCFP is urging a federal court to reject the government's argument in Timothy Burke's wiretapping case.By Chris YoungCategorized in Newsgathering -
Reporters Committee announces $1 million grant from Henry Luce Foundation for pro bono legal services
“We are honored to be one of the first organizations selected by the Henry Luce Foundation to receive this grant.”view more
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A Journalist’s Guide to Reporting on Information Illegally Obtained by a Third Party
This guide explains the legal risks associated with receiving or publishing material that was illegally obtained by a third party.view more
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New RCFP tipsheet helps journalists access immigration, deportation records
RCFP soon plans to publish a more extensive legal guide focused on helping journalists cover immigration.view more
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Police, Protesters, and the Press
This guide helps journalists understand their rights at protests and how to avoid arrest when reporting on these events.ByCategorized in Newsgatheringview more
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Election Legal Guide
The Election Legal Guide provides an overview of legal issues that journalists may face while reporting on elections.view more
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Guía Legal Para Las Elecciones
Esta Guía Legal para las Elecciones ofrece una vista general de las dificultades legales que podrían encarar los periodistas al…view more
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A Reporter’s Guide to Pre-Publication Review
Pre-publication review, or “vetting,” is the process of reviewing news articles, scripts, and footage to address legal concerns.view more
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First Amendment Handbook
The First Amendment Handbook provides a basic primer on the laws affecting reporters’ rights to gather and disseminate news.view more
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Understanding Anti-SLAPP laws
What is Anti-SLAPP? Short for strategic lawsuits against public participation, SLAPPs have become an all-too-common tool for intimidating and silencing…view more
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Access to police body-worn camera video
This map shows current state legislation status and police department policies regarding public access to police worn body camera footage.view more
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Press Freedom & Freedom of Information in Oklahoma Indian Country
This guide provides a primer on press freedom and information access in the many federally recognized tribes located in Oklahoma.…view more
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