In today?s society, the media plays a large role in both informing the public and creating public positive public relations for police departments

The courts have ruled about the presence of media members being present during the service of warrants. What did the courts determine was appropriate and do you think it was the correct decision (based on today?s media frenzied society)?


Good answers will discuss the Wilson v. Layne case and the court?s decison. Then the student will formulate an opinion and articulate it. Students can agree or disagree with the decision but should defend their answers in light of the facts of the case.

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