Police seize film from photo lab

Article Abstract:

A Michigan state trial judge, in In re Subpoenas to News Media Petitioners, enforced an investigative subpoena ordering a newspaper to provide the county prosecutor with photographs taken of rioters at a local university following its loss of a basketball game. The photographs obtained were posted on the Internet so rioters could be identified and prosecuted. The Judge said the Michigan press shield law was not applicable because no confidential informants were involved in the taking of photographs at a public gathering. Earlier, a freelancer's film of the riot had been seized from a photo processor.

Freedom of the press, Confidential communications, Journalistic privilege

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Separation orders can keep reporters from covering trials

Article Abstract:

The separation order is discussed, a measure sometimes taken by a judge which keeps witnesses from observing a criminal trial. These orders keep reporters who have spent a great deal of time reporting on a story from continuing to know the details, and the examples given suggest how they might be overcome.

Media coverage, Criminal justice, Administration of, Administration of criminal justice

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As a last resort, habeas petitions can keep journalists out of jail

Article Abstract:

Habeas corpus petitions to prevent the jailing of reporters refusing subpoenas to testify are discussed. Chances for success with the petitions are not high and they can be complicated, so this measure should be a last resort.

Usage, Testimony, Journalists, Habeas corpus

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