Trial by media is a phrase popular in the late 20th century and early 21st century to describe the impact of television and newspaper coverage on a person's reputation by creating a widespread perception of guilt or innocence before, or after, a verdict in a court of law.
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If a prosecution gets blogged down for an inordinately long period, the media is certainly entitled, nay obliged to, probe and expose the causes for the delay. However, once the trial has commenced, the media has no right to pronounce upon the innocence or guilt of the persons involved according to its perception and knowledge of the law and criminal procedure.
Every effort should be made by the print and electronic media to ensure that the distinction between trial by media and informative media should always be maintained. Trial by media should be avoided particularly, at a stage when the suspect is entitled to the constitutional protections. Invasion of his rights is bound to be held as impermissible.
http://www.indianexpress.com/news/media-activism---trial/610990/0
If a prosecution gets blogged down for an inordinately long period, the media is certainly entitled, nay obliged to, probe and expose the causes for the delay. However, once the trial has commenced, the media has no right to pronounce upon the innocence or guilt of the persons involved according to its perception and knowledge of the law and criminal procedure.
Every effort should be made by the print and electronic media to ensure that the distinction between trial by media and informative media should always be maintained. Trial by media should be avoided particularly, at a stage when the suspect is entitled to the constitutional protections. Invasion of his rights is bound to be held as impermissible.
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