MC 3080 Chapter : Q Judicial Proceedings
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In branzburg v. hayes, it works against the press. (if pub = press rights, why did it work against the press. ) If the public has to testify to what they"ve seen or know, then the press also has to testify. In richmond v. virginia, it works for the press: says that the press represents the public. It"s a surrogate for the public, there to report on things for our benefit. Really a watershed case when it comes to access to judicial proceedings. [conclusion]: public rights can work for and against the press. Sunshine and public records law omit judicial proceedings. Sixth amendment causes conflicts everyone has a right to fair trials: in all criminal prosecutions , accused has a right to speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury, confronted with witnesses, and have assistance of counsel. Ohio doctor accused of murder this is like the oj trial: massive negative pretrial publicity, carnival atmosphere at trial, hostile coverage.
