O quarto poder e o sistema de justiça: a influência da mídia na opinião pública e nas decisões judiciais

Abstract

This Final Paper analyzes the relationship between the media and the justice system in high-impact crimes. The study investigates how media coverage inflences public Opinion, the conduct of juficial proceedings, and the actions of legal professionals. The research is base on a literature review, anlysis of emblematic case, and relevant legislation. The results indicate tha media exposure can compromisse the impartiality of trials, directly impacting the right to the presumption of innnocence and shaping the image of those involved. It is cloncluded that is essential to balance the right to information with the principles of justice, avoiding prejudgments and sensationalism.