The hearing on Karen Read's case addressed the issue of whether prosecutors should access off-the-record notes from Boston magazine journalist Gretchen Voss. Voss argues that the court's order is overly broad and infringes on journalistic privilege, potentially harming her credibility. She emphasizes that the content of the notes might not even benefit the prosecution. Read is charged with a serious crime, and the outcome of this case could significantly impact journalistic practices regarding confidentiality and source protection.
The fact that Read sat for an off-the-record interview with a reporter does not automatically authorize the Court to order that the (unknown) contents of that interview be disclosed.
Her effectiveness as an investigative reporter depends upon her having the ability to use the tools to reliably assure her sources that certain information they provide to reporters will be off the record.
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