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Document Type
Thesis - University Access Only
Award Date
1993
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Journalism and Mass Communications
First Advisor
Richard W. Lee
Abstract
With increased coverage of court proceedings in other states and acceptance of cameras in some federal courts and 47 state courts, it is possible that South Dakota's judicial participants would again consider the issue of permitting camera access to the state's courtrooms. To determine if South Dakota's judges, state's attorneys and attorneys have shifted their perceptions regarding this issue, this study will examine the change or lack of change in attitudes of judges, state's attorneys and members of the State Bar of South Dakota compared to Harris' 1986 study. This study will replicate the Harris study, using the same questions except for two outdated questions. Three questions will be added to determine the attitudes and knowledge of these groups toward trials in other states that are broadcast in South Dakota.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Conduct of court proceedings -- South Dakota
Video tapes in court proceedings -- South Dakota
Free press and fair trial -- South Dakota
Format
application/pdf
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Kleinsasser, Holly Hemmingson, "The Attitudes of South Dakota Judges, State's Attorneys and Bar Attorneys Toward Cameras in Courtrooms in 1993" (1993). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 5993.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/5993