Here’s an interesting article examining the role of social media in coordinating crowds and the implications for First Amendment protections.
By Noah Feldman, “Twitter Can Start a Party but Can’t Keep It Going.”
Here’s another interesting article on Police Departments incorporating Social Media, like Facebook and Twitter, into their arsenals: to catch criminals, to inform the public, and to build good relationships with the public. All of these uses may have future impact in courts.
“Law Enforcement Turning to Social Media” by Joni Berg
The Dallas Police Department is hosting “the leading conference devoted to social media, Internet and law enforcement initiatives.” Dallas will play host to law enforcement professionals from all over the country in this fourth running of the three day event. Read the entire story here:
“Dallas PD to Host Social Media the Internet and Law Enforcement (SMILE) Conference”