MATH 1550 Chapter : Telescoping Series
Document Summary
Limitations on free speech- fighting words are not protected, nor is obscenity. In a 1964 case (ny times v. sullivan) the court held that the press could say just about anything about public officials unless they could show actual malice (knowingly printed false statements to harm the person) This was later extended to public figures as well. This makes it difficult to sue for libel (printed or broadcast statements that are false and tarnish someone"s reputation). The 5th amendment, for example, was originally interpreted to mean that people were not required to testify against themselves in a criminal trail. Recognizing that police statements sometimes used coercion or torture to obtain a confession, the court ruled that suspects must be told their rights before they are taken into custody. (miranda v. arizona) Exclusionary rule**** if evidence was obtained illegally, it cannot be used in a court of law.
