NEWS 409 Lecture Notes - Lecture 35: Playgirl, False Light, Rape Shield Law
3 Mar 2019
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Prevents courts from introducing evidence of past sexual behavior of sexual assault victims. Some states also have rape shield laws which aim to prevent the publication of rape victims" identities: rape shield laws have been ruled unconstitutional when challenged in court. News media was reporting on a compelling judicial proceeding. Privacy concerns fade when the information is available in a public record. Restricting the media in this way would be too dangerous and be akin to government censorship. Publishing names of victims or suspects: other criminals, and even victims, can have their names and address published if it"s part of the public record/police report. Protection of the abused from further victimization. Switching gears: your ethical evaluation essay, due friday, elonis v. united states (2014) Briefly summarize the case and explain why the court made their decision (1 or 2 paragraphs)
