Join the First Amendment Coalition and SPJ NorCal for a virtual workshop on shield law protections. Learn what California and federal laws cover and what happens when the government or a private citizen uses the courts to try and unmask a confidential source or force the disclosure of unpublished newsgathering materials. Guest speakers will include media lawyers, free press advocates and journalists with relevant experience. Learn about free resources available for freelancers and others who face the threat of a subpoena. 

Who should register: Journalists working in California and others interested in a reporter-focused discussion of legal protections
When: Tuesday, June 2 from 11:30 AM – 1 PM Pacific
Where: Zoom webinar
Presenters: Aaron Field, media attorney, Cannata O’Toole Fickes & Olson; Victoria Baranetsky, general counsel, Center for Investigative Reporting; Ryan Mac, senior technology reporter, Buzzfeed, who was subject to subpoenas as part of a federal defamation lawsuit involving Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Moderated by: Christine Peek and Lauren Smiley, co-chairs of the Freedom of Information Committee of SPJ NorCal