The Citizen Media Law Project (CMLP) makes available several interlinked online resources for those seeking information on United States-based media law. According to this interactive web-based resource, "[k]nowing your legal rights and responsibilities is important for anyone who publishes online. The CMLP's legal guide addresses the legal issues you may encounter as you gather information and publish your work. The guide is intended for use by citizen media creators with or without formal legal training, as well as others with an interest in these issues." The guide is set up like a book. After registering, the user can search by keyword, browse by state, browse by section, or access sections from the table of contents.

In addition, the Citizen Media Law Project Legal Threats Database contains lawsuits, cease & desist letters, subpoenas, and other legal threats directed at those who engage in online speech. The user can view, search, create, and comment on entries in the database from the database page.

Sections of the Legal Guide include:

• Introduction
• Access to Government Information
• Forming a Business & Getting Online
• Risks Associated with Publication
• Dealing with Online Legal Risks
• Intellectual Property
• Newsgathering & Privacy
• Unique Content: Special Risks
• Guides & Resources
• Glossary

The Citizen Media Law Project blog contains highlights from the Guide.

The Media Mentor's Free List, Digest Number 3128, August 6 2008.