MCOM 470 - LAW and REGULATION OF MASS COMMUNICATION

Institution:

University of St Francis

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Description:

introduces the student to the key legal issues confronting the media; libel, slander, privacy, freedom of information privilege, obscenity, free press and fair trial, access to the media. It traces Supreme Court cases that are pertinent to each issue. Also included in the course are court structure, organization, and procedure. Prerequisite: junior/senior standing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.stfrancis.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 740-3360

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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