Covering the Courts: Prentice-Hall Journalism Series

Covering The Courts: Prentice-Hall Journalism Series is a book written by Curtis Daniel MacDougall that focuses on the art of court reporting. The book is designed to help journalists and aspiring journalists understand the intricacies of covering court proceedings, including the legal system, court procedures, and the role of the media in the courtroom. The book is divided into several chapters that cover topics such as the history of court reporting, the different types of courts, the legal system, the role of the judge, the role of the jury, the role of the prosecutor and defense attorney, and the role of the media in the courtroom. The book also includes practical tips and advice on how to write effective court reports, how to conduct interviews with court officials and lawyers, and how to deal with ethical issues that may arise when covering court proceedings. Overall, Covering The Courts: Prentice-Hall Journalism Series is an essential guide for anyone interested in court reporting or journalism, providing a comprehensive overview of the legal system and the role of the media in covering court proceedings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.