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We are asking permission of a number of courts to file information that is relevant to cases involving Free Speech.
THE PRECEDENT IS AN AMICUS CURIAE FILED IN THE CASE
MCC VS. MEDFORD
THAT IS IN THE FILE
MEDFORD COMMUNITY CABLEVISION, INC., THE NOW DEFUNCT PRIVATE ACCESS TV STATION, LOST THE CASE.
The amicus curiae walks a fine line between providing added information and advancing the cause of one of the parties. For instance, she or he cannot raise issues that the parties themselves do not raise, since that is the task of the parties and their attorneys. If allowed by the court, amici curiae can file briefs (called briefs amicus curiae or amicus briefs), argue the case, and introduce evidence. However, they may not make most motions, file pleadings, or manage the case.
Whether participating by leave or by invitation, in an appearance or with a brief amicus curiae, a friend of the court is a resource person who has limited capacity to act.
http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Friend-of-the-court+brief
