Toward a moral approach to Megan's law
Journal of Mass Media Ethics 14 (3):133 – 145 (1999)
| Abstract | With most states now making sex offender registration information available to the public, journalists must balance their obligation to inform the public about potential dangers with respect for individuals' rights. This article examines the problems journalists face in truth telling and minimizing harm and offers suggestions for covering community notification. At minimum, we suggest journalists verify the accuracy of information received from police, make independent judgments about whether or not publication of sex offender registration information is warranted, and provide background information on the scope and effectiveness of community notification in their areas. | |||||||||
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