United States v. Cable News Network
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
865 F. Supp. 1549 (1994)
- Written by Sara Adams, JD
Facts
Cable News Network, Inc. (CNN) (defendant) broadcast taped telephone calls related to government misconduct in violation of a court order enjoining their publication. CNN broadcast the tapes while seeking emergency relief from the restraining orders. CNN was charged with contempt of court.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Hoeveler, J.)
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