Journalists, photographers face access roadblocks
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Television and print reporters and photographers have been denied access to events and public officials in several states by local and federal law enforcement. A Pennsylvania jury found for a photographer that had been arrested for photographing police activity, and an Oklahoma photographer plans to sue in a similar incident. Federal authorities denied video crews the ability to interview Freemen one half mile from their compound. A New York City police commissioner has denied a reporter access to his office, and two reporters are suing Florida TODAY after being fired for allegedly entering the home of a murder suspect.
Publication Name: News Media & the Law
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0149-0737
Year: 1996
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Paparazzi bills advance in legislatures, but celebrity suits favor photographers
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Some states and the US Congress have introduced anti-paparazzi legislation. A highly restrictive bill in California did not advance beyond the state senate, but another bill was awaiting action in the summer of 1998. Suits against actors Woody Harrelson and Alec Baldwin for assaulting photographers were decided in favor of the photographers, but they were awarded little in damages.
Publication Name: News Media & the Law
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0149-0737
Year: 1998
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Photographers' guide to privacy: what every cameraman, photographer and videographer should know about invasion of privacy standards in the 50 states and D.C
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A survey of laws on privacy rights laws in the US states and the District of Columbia, as a guide to those engaged in photojournalism, is presented.
Publication Name: News Media & the Law
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0149-0737
Year: 1999
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