Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Alabama

Juvenile Rights

What are the laws regarding television stations using a minor's name who is charged with an offense?


Asked on 6/18/02, 9:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Juvenile Rights

There are no laws prohibiting the publishing of a minor's name, although most newspapers don't do it as a matter of public relations.

Court proceedings, however, are confidential and may not be disclosed without court permission.

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Answered on 6/19/02, 1:40 pm


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