2009-2010 University Catalog 
  
2009-2010 University Catalog

COMM 475 - Journalism Law

Credits: 3
Examines law as it relates to working journalist. Topics include libel, invasion of privacy, free press and fair trial, First Amendment, broadcast regulation, access to media, advertising, and effect of new technologies on these issues. Uses case approach to study leading court decisions in mass media law.

Prerequisites
60 credits or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week
3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week
0