@article{ref1,
title="Media trials",
journal="Journal of criminal justice",
year="1989",
author="Surette, R.",
volume="17",
number="4",
pages="293-308",
abstract="This article discusses the phenomenon of 'media trials' in the United States and reports a test of a typology of these trials. Media trials are defined as regional or national news 'events' in which the criminal justice system is co-opted by the media as a source of high drama and entertainment. They involve cases with characteristics similar to criminal cases portrayed in the entertainment mass media-human interest laced with mystery, sex bizarre circumstances, and famous or powerful people. This article argues that media trials center on three themes -- 'abuse of power and trust,' 'sinful rich,' and 'evil strangers' -- and that media trials have a significant social importance and impact.<p />",
language="",
issn="0047-2352",
doi="10.1016/0047-2352(89)90034-2",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0047-2352(89)90034-2"
}