Press

Definition

Press refers to news media organizations and journalists who gather, process, and disseminate news information to the public. It is protected by the First Amendment's Freedom of Press clause which prevents government censorship.

Related terms

Prior Restraint: A legal term referring to governmental restrictions on freedom of press before material is published.

Libel/Slander Lawsuits: Legal actions taken against false statements intentionally made in written/spoken form respectively, damaging someone's reputation.

Shield Laws: Laws designed to protect reporters' privilege or right not disclose sources or unpublished information in court unless absolutely necessary for justice.