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Media Trial: Balancing Press Freedom and the Right to a Fair Trial

Author(s) Md. Imran Wahab, IPS
Country India
Abstract This article, titled "Media Trial: Balancing Press Freedom and the Right to a Fair Trial," explores the complications arising from media trials, where intense and often exaggerated media coverage can influence public opinion and alter legal results. While the media plays a crucial role as the "fourth estate" in fostering transparency and accountability, its involvement in judicial matters risks compromising the fairness of trials. The article explores how media trials can violate or uphold the right to a fair trial by referring to significant cases such as the O.J. Simpson trial and the Jessica Lal case respectively. It delves into the legal and moral dilemmas, the influence of social media, and the necessity of finding a balance between press freedoms and the integrity of the judicial process. The discussion underscores the significance of ethical journalism and legal protections to safeguard both public interest and the integrity of the justice system. Ultimately, the article recommends a cautious approach to reconcile these conflicting rights in today's media environment.
Keywords Media Trial, Fair Trial, Press Freedom, Social Media, Sensationalism, Ethical Reporting.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2024
Published On 2024-10-03
Cite This Media Trial: Balancing Press Freedom and the Right to a Fair Trial - Md. Imran Wahab, IPS - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 5, September-October 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i05.28241
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i05.28241
Short DOI https://doi.org/g688r7
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