Ron Reporter Writes a Series of Stories About University Officials

Ron Reporter writes a series of stories about university officials selling illegal drugs to dorm residents. Reporter does not observe any drug sales. On the basis of the articles, the district attorney charges the director of student housing with drug trafficking. As she begins preparation for trial, the district attorney asks the judge to order Reporter to reveal the names of sources and notes acquired for the articles. The district attorney (DA) tells the judge the names and sources "might help her a lot" as she tries to clear the campus of the scourge of drugs. Reporter refuses to reveal his sources and notes, citing the state shield law which is much like the three-part test Justice Stewart proposed in Branzburg v. Hayes. From the facts available, should Reporter be able to withhold notes and sources under the state shield law? Yes or no? Explain