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JCOM 4030 - Mass Media Law (DSS)


DSS Depth Social Sciences
3 credits

A comprehensive exploration of mass communication law.  The course examines media rights of free expression and both the history and applicability of First Amendment protections.  The course discusses the structure and functioning of the U.S. court system, defamation, trademark, copyright, access to information, and other related topics and themes.

Prerequisite/Restriction: Junior standing or instructor permission

Cross-listed as: JCOM 6430