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Galella v. Onassis Decided
Decision: The First Amendment does not give journalists license to act criminally or tortuously in the course of newsgathering. -
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Paparazzi Through the Years
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Gertz v. Welch Decided
Decision: "Those classified as public figures have thrust themselves to the forefront of particular public controversies in order to influence the resolution of the issues involvd. In either event, they invite attention and comment. -
Death of Diana, Princess of Wales
Diana, Princess of Wales, dies as a result of injuries sustained in a car crash in the Pont de l'Alma road tunnel in Paris, France. -
Princess Diana Killed By Reckless Driver and Paparazzi, Rules Jury
A coroner's jury rules that Princess Diana and her boyfriend were unlawfully killed by their driver and pursuing paparazzi. -
Senate Bill 606 Signed into Law
A new bill signed into law on Sept. 24 by Gov. Jerry Brown aims to make it more difficult for paparazzi to photograph the children of celebrities and public officials to make a profit.