The media has influenced every sphere of our life. In today's environment where most of us rely on print and electronic media to remain aware of our whereabouts, the role of media becomes more important. Unfortunately the media, instead of providing free and just information becomes prejudiced and biased. If media reports increasing trend sin crime fir a prolonged period, policy makers fall under a heavy pressure to tighten the criminal procedures. The reason is increased role of media in building viewer perception.