In some states, journalists may withhold sources unless the courts or law enforcement officials demonstrate three things, including:

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The two requirements for journalists to withhold sources are a compelling need for the information and the relevance of the information to the case. Option C, an implication of the journalist in criminal wrongdoing, is not one of the requirements for journalists to withhold their sources. Therefore, the correct answer is option E, which includes the first two requirements.

In Some States, Journalists May Withhold Sources Unless the Courts