Are journalists protected?

Stanford Daily, the US Supreme Court ruled that journalists are subject to search warrants just like any other citizen, and thus the First Amendment grants them no special protection from properly executed warrants.

Does accurate journalism impact people’s privacy rights?

News-gathering activities may violate a person’s right of privacy if the journalist unreasonably intrudes (physically, electronically, or otherwise) upon an area in which that person has a reasonable expectation of privacy. An obvious example would be trespassing.

Why is privacy an important right?

Privacy rights ensure we have control over our data. If it’s your data, you should have control over it. Privacy rights dictate that your data can only be used in ways you agree to and that you can access any information about yourself. Privacy rights put you in the driver’s seat of your own life.

What is a conflict of interest in journalism?

A conflict of interest exists when journalists, their friends and relatives, or news organizations are in a position to benefit directly from the stories they cover. a. True b. False Reporters continue to represent their employers as objective news gatherers even after they leave work for the day.

What should a false journalist not do?

False Journalists should not write stories that cast sources in a negative light because the source might stop giving the journalist information. a. True b. False Journalists should never audio record an interview because it makes sources feel uncomfortable and less willing to speak freely.

Can a reporter ever find the truth?

The answer is yes. A reporter’s primary mission is always to find the truth, whether that means questioning and challenging statements by the mayor, the governor or the president. The problem is, it’s not always that easy.

Should journalists audio record their interviews?

False Journalists should never audio record an interview because it makes sources feel uncomfortable and less willing to speak freely. a. True b. False A conflict of interest exists when journalists, their friends and relatives, or news organizations are in a position to benefit directly from the stories they cover.