Media Trial in the Age of Internet: A Legal Analysis

Abstract

Recently, media trials have been in the headlines in India. A few cases have brought attention to the worries that the public's perception of our criminal system and judicial methods might be greatly influenced by the media. Our media was essential in achieving a balance between the conflicting demands for preserving the value of human rights and the objectives of disseminating information to the society.  The public is greatly influenced by the social network system especially media which also seems to meddle in judiciary also. The media trial and fair trials are impacted about our legal as well as constitutional rights, has drawn a lot of attention. To make a balance between press freedom and citizens rights.  This research article points out the concepts behind the standards in fair trial in media cases through examining how court rulings and public perception have evolved over time. On examination of Media trial in India, it reveals a difficult balancing act between the necessity to preserve the supremacy on our legal system and the importance of right to free expression as guaranteed on Art- 19 of the Constitution.  This study examines the function of the media during a criminal prosecution. This essay attempts to explore the importance of media rights especially covering criminal cases. What are the rights upon who work in our criminal justice system have? How do the rights of such people and the media intersect? Additionally, the article attempts to determine how the judiciary monitors media coverage of criminal trials and related resources.