Criminal liability for media offenses

Abstract

The exercise of a journalist's freedom of journalism is an inherent principle, and may thus be in danger to the interests of both the individual and society. The function of journalism requires a working group in an interdependent fabric and diverse activities, all of which combine to bring this work into existence. The problem of identifying persons responsible for the abuse of freedom of the press poses legal difficulties, as a result of an infringement of a legally protected interest, that require criminal liability. The regulation of criminal liability provisions for press publishing offences is of great importance, as the determination of criminal liability is no longer easy because of press regulation