Print and Online Media Regulations

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What specific information must be included in each issue of a print media product?

Name, managing editor's details, and publication date (correct)

Publication date, circulation, and shipping costs

Managing editor's details, contact information, and foreign financing

Postal code, price, and editorials

Who can distribute print media products?

Government entities only

Editorial offices, publishers, or communication enterprises (correct)

Only registered distributors with approval from the court

Only the editorial offices of the publication

Under what conditions can print and online media activities be suspended?

For minor breaches of conduct

For being appointed individuals to management with court approval

For accepting foreign sponsorships without disclosure

For repeated violations of media laws or appointments to management positions (correct)

What is required for periodical publications like newspapers in Azerbaijan regarding classification?

They must be divided into socio-political or thematic categories. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration for which media activities can be suspended by court order?

Two months Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a media entity fails to rectify violations after being removed from the Media Register?

Their activities may be terminated by the relevant executive authority Signup and view all the answers

According to the law, what is a requirement for online media entities' displayed information?

Must disclose the managing editor's name. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of media entities regarding the storage of editorial materials?

They must store materials for at least one year. Signup and view all the answers

What signifies that an online media entity is consistent according to the law?

Publishing at least 20 mass information pieces per day for 20 days. Signup and view all the answers

What can courts do regarding the import and distribution of foreign print media?

Prohibit import and distribution if they violate specific articles Signup and view all the answers

What must applicants do before releasing print media products in Azerbaijan?

Officially apply to the relevant executive authority seven days in advance. Signup and view all the answers

What label must be added to non-commercial print media products?

Free Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 59 stipulate regarding state bodies and print media entities?

They cannot find print media entities unless specified by executive authorities. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the establishment of media entities is correct?

Different procedures apply to religious content media entities. Signup and view all the answers

Which requirement is NOT stated for print media entities regarding their publication frequency?

They must publish at least two times a month. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the requirements regarding the online media's homepage concerning published materials?

It must indicate the date of first publication, which remains unchanged. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Print Media Regulations

Print media entities (individuals or companies) must adhere to publication regulations (Article 59).
State bodies (except specified ones like Milli Majlis, Constitutional Court, and Supreme Court) cannot interfere with print media entities.
Periodical publications (newspapers, magazines) have requirements for publication frequency and content categorization.
Newspapers classifications are based on frequency (weekly, triweekly, daily), and content (socio-political, thematic).
Nationwide and regional distinctions exist based on newspaper distribution.
Newspapers can have breaks and still be considered continuous.
Magazines and other periodicals have specific criteria.

Online Media Regulations

Online media entities (individuals or companies) must disclose website information (name, TIN, domain owner, managing editor, address) (Article 60).
Specific information must be displayed on the “contact us” page (Article 60.3).
Publications must display the date of the first publication and keep it consistent.
Online media entities must publish at least 20 pieces of information per day for 20 days per month to be considered consistent.

Information Agencies

Information agencies are subject to the rules that apply to other media entities (Article 61).

Establishment of Media Entities

No permission from state bodies is needed to establish print or online media entities.
Applicants must apply to the relevant executive authority seven days before releasing print media.
Different application procedures exist for religious media.
Names of state bodies or prominent figures are prohibited in media entity names (Article 62).

Print Media Requirements

Each print media issue must include specific information (name, TIN, managing editor's details, publication date, postal code, circulation, price, and contact information).
This information cannot be falsified or omitted (Article 63).

Print Media Distribution

Distribution can occur through editorial offices, publishers, communication enterprises etc on contract.
Print media can be for commercial or non-commercial purposes, Non-commercial media should be labelled "Free".
Distribution suspension or confiscation is only possible through a court order (Article 64).

Suspension and Termination of Media Activities

Print and online media activities can be suspended for up to two months by court order in various cases (e.g., management changes, repeated offenses, foreign funding).
If online media is suspended, notification must be posted on the website.
The relevant executive authority can initiate termination for reasons like failing to address violations within a defined timeline.

Foreign Print Media and Editorial Materials

Import and distribution of foreign print media violating laws may be prohibited (related to Article 14 and Azerbaijan's Law on Information Protection).
Courts can remove already distributed, non-compliant materials.
Media entities must retain editorial materials for one year.

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Explore the essential regulations governing print and online media. This quiz covers publication rules, classification of newspapers and periodicals, and the necessary disclosures for online media entities. Test your knowledge on the legal frameworks that support media operations.