Court Use of Contempt Citations to Attempt to Force Journalists

question 54

Multiple Choice

Court use of contempt citations to attempt to force journalists to disclose confidential information

• A)is declining because of the federal shield law.
• B)is declining because the First Amendment protects journalists from contempt citations.
• C)is on the rise.
• D)is extremely rare and of little concern to professional newsgatherers.

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Definitions:

Routine Situations

Circumstances or tasks that occur regularly and can be handled through established procedures without much deviation.

Omitting

Intentionally or unintentionally leaving out or excluding information, actions, or elements, which can have various implications depending on context.

Buffering Strategies

Techniques or approaches used to shield oneself or an organization from potential disturbances, stresses, or negative impacts.

Information Load

The volume of information presented or available, which can impact a person's ability to process and use that information effectively.