JOUR 2228: Journalism Law

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Course Format Lecture 2.0 h + Seminar 0.0 h + Lab. 0.0 h
Credits 1.5

Course Description

Discontinued as of Spring Semester 2024

An examination of the legal system as it pertains to journalism. An introduction to covering the courts and to the laws that affect the working journalist, including libel, contempt of court, freedom of information and privacy.

Priority registration in this course is offered to students admitted to the Diploma or Certificate in Journalism.

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