A 1986 federal law makes the content of “stored electronic communications” confidential, but allows criminal prosecutors to gain access with a search warrant. In the San Francisco case, a state appeals court ruled in September that defendants have no right to see the records before trial, while they are preparing their cases, but may be able to seek access during their trial. … [Read more...] about Court to take up a defendant’s right to see social media posts
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New York Times videos of endorsed candidates Warren, Klobuchar fall flat on social media
“Not only do I think the numbers align with the New York Times’ audience, I think they align with members of the Democratic Party's preferences... but not the Democrat Party leadership's preferences,” Young said. “Once again, this shows the slant and bias the New York Times has. But this time, Democrats are being exposed to something that Republicans have been aware of for a long time.” … [Read more...] about New York Times videos of endorsed candidates Warren, Klobuchar fall flat on social media
Defenders may use public social media posts in trial, court says
“The decision that came down today was the first time a state supreme court has ruled on this issue and say they care about the rights of criminal defendants,” she said. But she said she believes the public posts are only the “tip of the iceberg” on the relevant information in her clients’ case. … [Read more...] about Defenders may use public social media posts in trial, court says
Fire Officials Warn Parents About Dangerous Social Media Stunt
"This was possibly related to what they're calling a 'fire challenge,' said Lawrence. "That's when an individual pours a flammable liquid, possibly rubbing alcohol, onto their skin and body and then ignite it. Part of the challenge is they're supposed to record it." … [Read more...] about Fire Officials Warn Parents About Dangerous Social Media Stunt
Proposed calendar shortens summer break by more than a week for Fort Bend ISD students
For district officials, a top priority was to schedule the last day of school for students before Memorial Day. Another priority was to include holidays and time off each month with the number of three and four-day weekends set to increase from seven to ten next year. … [Read more...] about Proposed calendar shortens summer break by more than a week for Fort Bend ISD students
