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UT: Supreme Court Backs Reporter’s Source Shield Rule

The Utah Supreme Court has adopted one of the strongest rules in the nation protecting reporters who refuse to identify confidential sources.
“It’s a great day for Utah journalists and for the public,” said media attorney Jeffrey Hunt on Thursday. “It’s a recognition that without some protection for news sources, valuable information won’t reach the public.”
Chief Justice Christine Durham has not yet signed Rule 509, but the high court adopted the rule during a Wednesday meeting.

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