Hill v. Lyman

Having- served as a juror in the Municipal Court, the petitioner wrote a letter published in the Neiv York Times describing his experiences and impressions. The letter was critical of the court, its physical facilities and of some of its justices.

The letter was published June 30, 1953. Three days later the petitioner was served with a subpoena issued by the President Justice of the Municipal Court requiring him to appear on July 9,1953, “ in a certain investigation with respect to the contents of your letter to the New York Times ”. One hearing was held at which time petitioner and others…