The role of the press is to give correct information to the public about an event, the press is a media that can freely investigate the running of the government and report without fear of prosecution. In a democratic society, people rely on the press to combat corruption, expose kukum application errors and inefficiency and ineffectiveness of work for a government agency. Democratic state characterized by a free press, while the ruling dictatorship marked the silencing / banning media.

Article 6 of Law No. 40 of 1999 of the press on the press peranana said:

1. Meet the public's right to know,
2. Uphold democratic values, encourage the enforcement of the rule of law and human rights, respect for pluralism / diversity,
3. Mnengembangkan public opinion based on information that is precise, accurate and true,
4. Ktiris oversight, corrections and suggestions on matters relating to the public interest,
5. Fight for justice and truth.

1. 1. Code Release

In carrying out journalistic activities broadcasting journalists are subject to a code of journalistic ethics and legislation in force, when preaching in accordance with the applicable provisions then though contact with that has the power will still survive, although there is also a stumbling sturdy tempok rulers proved many cases Large Uncovered like: Watergate, Century Bank, etc. Vietnam War.

1. Code of Conduct AJI (Independent journalist Analysis) said:
   1. Journalists respect the right of the public to obtain the correct information.
   2. Journalists have always maintained the principle of balanced freedom in reporting.
   3. Journalists members a place for those who lack the power and the opportunity to voice their opinions.
   4. Journalists just report the facts and clear opinion source.
   5. Journalists do not hide important information that needs to be known to the public.