FAC Urges Appeal Court to Reject Excessive Secrecy of Search Warrants
The public has a right of access to search warrant materials and should be able to challenge indefinite, wholesale secrecy.
FAC seeks to strengthen and defend governmental transparency and the First Amendment. One way we do that is by filing briefs or letters in selected cases as amicus curiae, or “friend of the court.” In doing so, FAC is able to offer the important perspective and expertise of an advocacy organization dedicated to advancing and protecting free speech, a free press and public participation in civic affairs. FAC prioritizes cases involving California sunshine laws, including the California Public Records Act and the Ralph M. Brown Act, along with cases affecting freedom of expression and newsgathering rights. To submit a request for amicus support in a case, please contact legal [at] firstamendmentcoalition.org.
The public has a right of access to search warrant materials and should be able to challenge indefinite, wholesale secrecy.
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