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Tuesday, February 12, 2008 - Posts

Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:32 PM

Arizona sheriff loses public records battle - again

Twice in a week the Maricopa County sheriff  in Arizona lost public records cases, costing taxpayers even more money because of his lack of willingness to follow the law. A superior court judge awarded $25,000 to the Tucson Citizen for Sheriff Joe
posted by DavidCuillier | 1 Comments
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:22 PM

Pennsylvania open records bill advances to governor's desk

Pennsylvania's House and Senate approved an open records reform bill and now it goes to the governor for signing. See information at the Pennsylvania Freedom of Information Coalition.
posted by DavidCuillier | 0 Comments
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:11 PM

Illinois legislation would make records available in requested format

A bill proposed in the Illinois Legislature (HB 4270) would require government agencies to provide a record in any form or format requested if readily accessible in that form or format and make reasonable efforts to maintain records in a format that is
posted by DavidCuillier | 0 Comments
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 12:38 AM

Utah courts considering rule to restrict photographers.

Utah's court system is soliciting comment on new rules governing media in the courtroom. While some elements of rule 4-401 are good, such as allowing the media to copy the audio and video feeds from the courtroom, there is one poison-pill provision. It
posted by DonaldMeyers | 0 Comments