Clear, concise and timely, Belmas/Shepards MAJOR PRINCIPLES OF MEDIA LAW, 2023, delivers a comprehensive and current summary of media law that is up to date through the 2020-2021 Supreme Court term. Revised and meticulously updated, the text includes the most recent additions, developments and changes in communication law -- with a focus on the context and significance of key court decisions. Chapter objectives, essential questions for study and "Focus On" sidebars that explore key legal issues in depth enrich the text and help students maximize their study time. End-of-chapter "What should I know about my state?" features personalize coverage by highlighting key issues from students home states. In addition, detailed in-margin definitions of key terms explain even the most complex topics in a way that students can easily understand.