Shield laws protecting journalists have been adopted in
A)six states and the federal jurisdiction.
B)about half of the states.
C)all states except Utah and Rhode Island.
D)California and New York only.

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Shield laws, which protect journalists from being compelled to reveal confidential sources or unpublished material to the government or in court, have been adopted in about half of the states in the United States. These laws vary by state in terms of the extent of protection they offer.

Shield Laws Protecting Journalists Have Been Adopted in