Underage release of name
Question Details: Could you tell me if it is legal for the media to release the name of a 17 year old girl who lost her life in a car accident without the permission of her parents?
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I am a lawyer in CT and practice in this area of the law. Yes, unfortunately the media is able to release information about minors. they are simply reporting the facts. I suggest that you call the news station to report your feelings about this.
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