Trial by media
Perception of one's guilt or innocence via coverage / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the TV series, see Trial by Media (TV series).
Trial by media is a phrase popular in the late 20th century and early 21st century to describe the impact of television and newspaper coverage on a person's reputation by creating a widespread perception of guilt or innocence before, or after, a verdict in a court of law.[1] It is particularly relevant in cases where high-profile individuals stand trial, with the concern that the impartiality of the jury may be compromised by extraneous information, disrupting due process and resulting in an unfair trial.[2]
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