YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

• Decline a requested interview.
• Ask the gist of the interview and how it will be used.
• Ask what kind of questions will be asked of you.
• Request the interview location and time.
• Know who will be interviewing you.
• Have legal and PR counsel present during the interview.
• Be treated with respect, dignity, honesty and fairness.
• Answer or not answer any given question.
• Ask for the question to be repeated or explained.
• Clarify an incorrect assumption or statement.
• Terminate the interview at any time.
• Not speculate, even under pressure.
• Say you don't know the answer and ask for time to research it.
• Review a document or complaint about your organization before answering questions about it.
• Follow up regarding questions or disagreements on coverage.

YOU DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

• Expect to see an exact list of questions in advance.
• Comment on an organization you are not affiliated with.
• Be dishonest.
• Review the article or segment before publication or air time.