Podcast
Questions and Answers
Is it acceptable to report on a news story without confirming the details?
Is it acceptable to report on a news story without confirming the details?
- No, reporting without confirmation is common practice in journalism.
- No, confirming the tip with a second reliable source is the responsible thing to do. (correct)
- Yes, you're safe if tips from the source have been consistently correct.
- Yes, one reliable source is enough to report on a story.
When reporting on a 13-year-old charged with theft, can you use their name?
When reporting on a 13-year-old charged with theft, can you use their name?
- Yes, if the crime is serious enough
- Only if the 13-year-old approves it
- No (correct)
- Yes
Are journalists allowed to attend preliminary inquiries as reporters?
Are journalists allowed to attend preliminary inquiries as reporters?
- No, journalists are banned from attending preliminary inquiries to protect the privacy of the accused. (correct)
- Yes, journalists can attend but cannot report on the proceedings.
- No, journalists attending inquiries could interfere with the legal process.
- Yes, journalists can attend and report on the proceedings live.
Is the statement about the wellness court true or false?
Is the statement about the wellness court true or false?
Is it acceptable for a journalist to quote an anonymous source?
Is it acceptable for a journalist to quote an anonymous source?
Can a journalist report on proceedings at a preliminary inquiry before the trial is completed?
Can a journalist report on proceedings at a preliminary inquiry before the trial is completed?
Can journalists report on the reason the accused has been released or detained?
Can journalists report on the reason the accused has been released or detained?
Rehtaeh Parsons's parents supported the publication ban in her accused offenders' court cases. Is this statement true or false?
Rehtaeh Parsons's parents supported the publication ban in her accused offenders' court cases. Is this statement true or false?
Can a news host who interacts with many rich and powerful people start a side business leveraging that access?
Can a news host who interacts with many rich and powerful people start a side business leveraging that access?
Should the name of a teacher charged with sexual assault be included in a story?
Should the name of a teacher charged with sexual assault be included in a story?
As a journalist, can you cover the council debate about funding a new soccer field if your daughter plays for the team making the petition?
As a journalist, can you cover the council debate about funding a new soccer field if your daughter plays for the team making the petition?
