Austin Film Society Offers Media Policy Program Covering Texas Obscenity Law
The Austin Film Society is offering a Media Policy for the Producer Program class, which covers the State of Texas’ Obscenities law, among other critical media regulations. This 3.5-hour onsite class is designed for individuals aged 15 and up, though minors require a parent or legal guardian to sign a waiver due to the graphic language contained within the obscenities law. The program provides a brief history of Public Access TV and details the seven Universal Representations & Warranties that govern content submission for public access channels and online streaming platforms. These topics are also relevant for personal distribution channels such as social media, film festivals, and podcasting. The seven topics include defamation and invasion of privacy laws, Texas state obscenities law, material contrary to the law, commercialism, solicitation of funds, unlawful copyright use, and immediate danger or damage. This class is a mandatory requirement to become a Producer at Austin Public, and the registration ... 
