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    Court Records

    CA Supreme Court denied my petition and I demand the right to know why

    […] the courts. Bryan Cave LLP is general counsel for the First Amendment Coalition and responds to FAC hotline inquiries. In responding to inquiries, we can give general information regarding open government and freedom of speech issues but cannot provide specific legal advice or representations. I apologize for the long delay in responding to your inquiry.

    April 13, 2012

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    FOIA

    SEC Records

    […] try making a records request to the SEC under the Freedom of Information Act ("FOIA"), which applies to all departments of the executive branch of the federal government.  Before making your request, you should review the SEC's operating procedures relating to FOIA, which can be found at the following link: http://www.sec.gov/foia.shtml The FOIA requires […]

    June 14, 2009

  • Latest News

    FAC News Press Release

    Elizabeth Sanchez Joins FAC as Legal Fellow

    […] even more journalists and independent news operations," says FAC’s Legal Director, David Loy. Elizabeth joins FAC as it expands its work increasing access to public records and government meetings, and defending freedom of speech and freedom of the press. She will draft amicus briefs and advocacy letters, help operate FAC’s free Legal Hotline, and […]

    October 2, 2024

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    CPRA

    Cal Expo Data

    […] produce. However, the wine industry has asked for an online system that is searchable, something my company has developed and provides free of charge. The data is actually in my possession due to my relationship with Cal Expo. I run the computer system for the wine competition. I made a formal request for the […]

    June 14, 2009

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    Cases

    FAC’s greatest asset is the legal wisdom and experience accrued over decades of successfully holding governments accountable at the local, state, and federal levels, supporting journalists and educating people on how to enforce their First Amendment and open government rights.

    June 18, 2024

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    CPRA

    Deliberative process and the public record

    […] whom they spoke, and about what, in making decisions. Times Mirror Co. v. Superior Court, 53 Cal. 3d 1325 (1991).  Where the privilege applies, it allows the government to withhold records that would otherwise be subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act. While the Times Mirror case dealt with records reflecting who met […]

    June 14, 2009

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    First Amendment

    Can an individual publish a legal notice in a newspaper??

    […] am not familiar with the specifics of the specific laws on this issue in states other than California. However, my understanding is that your state permits local governments to designate a newspaper of general circulation serving its area as the official newspaper for the publication of any ordinance, public hearing, or other matter requiring […]

    May 17, 2013

  • Latest News

    Blog

    Supremes pass on NYT reporter Risen’s appeal of ruling requiring him to ID sources. This is a good thing.

    […] Justice Department has tightened its internal policies to curb future abuses, the Department took a hard line in its Supreme Court brief in the Risen case. The government, opposing Risen’s request for review, argued against the Court’s recognition of protection for journalists’ sources (even while the Justice Department has supported the Shield Law bill). […]

    June 17, 2014

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    First Amendment

    Does the First Amendment Protect Against Censorship Public Access TV?

    […] has been offensive about his now former co-hosts on his show, but he has not been censored due to his special relationship with management. Is there any action we can take to prevent management from censoring the show or it’s hosts? None of the material is obscene or offensive, and it is my understanding […]

    February 13, 2018