Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
Recent News About Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press
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6 news outlets sue Louisiana over new law allowing police officers to stop people from approaching them
Six news organizations are suing to block the enforcement of a new Louisiana law they say will interfere with journalists’ ability to do their jobs, arguing that the law improperly gives police officers the power to limit people from approaching them. -
Television producer settles case against Baton Rouge Police Department after being arrested recording police actions
BATON ROUGE — Television news reporter Brett Buffington’s lawsuit against the Baton Rouge Police Department has been settled. -
Reporters Committee not surprised Baton Rouge police dispute evidence in excessive force case
BATON ROUGE–The Baton Rouge Police Department disputes whether evidence exists to substantiate a reporter’s allegation of excessive force, which an advocate for journalists says is a common reaction from law enforcement. -
Reporter's federal lawsuit against Baton Rouge police could lead to future reforms
BATON ROUGE – A television reporter’s federal lawsuit alleging that he was illegally confined and his First Amendment rights trampled while at a crime scene in Baton Rouge last year could help foster better relations between police and the press, the legal defense director of a journalists’ advocacy group said on Thursday.