Shield Laws

question 67

Multiple Choice

Shield laws:

• A) require that the press share their sources.
• B) ensure that government employees protect confidential information.
• C) protect reporters who have confidential sources.
• D) prevent government from stopping the publication of certain stories.
• E) protect the privacy of government employees.

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Definitions:

Excessive Force

The application of force in a manner that is more than necessary or reasonable in the context of law enforcement or security.

Personal Safety

The state of being free from danger or threat to an individual’s physical well-being.

Miami-Dade Police Department

The law enforcement agency responsible for serving Miami-Dade County in Florida, known for ensuring public safety and enforcing laws.

Acts of Resistance

Behaviors or actions undertaken by individuals or groups to oppose, defy, or resist authority, control, or conventions, often in a political or social context.