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    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

    Awarding Attorney’s Fees in CPRA Cases

    You are correct that an award of attorneys fees is mandatory to a plaintiff who prevails in Public Records Act ("PRA") litigation.  Since you say you have one more shot with the trial court before going to the Court of Appeal on the fee issue, you may want to advise the court of the […]

    June 14, 2009

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    CPRA

    Can An Agency Charge CPRA Fees for Staff Time Spent on Request?

    […] fee. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP is general counsel for the First Amendment Coalition and responds to FAC hotline inquiries. In responding to these inquiries, we can give general information regarding open government and speech issues but cannot provide specific legal advice or representation. No attorney-client relationship has been formed by way of this response.

    November 21, 2018

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    CPRA Police Records

    Missing persons report and the CPRA

    […] agency, or . . . investigatory or security files compiled by any . . . state or local police agency."  They are therefore exempt from disclosure under Government Code section 6254(f).  However, the police department must disclose certain information contained in the report (unless doing so would endanger their investigation-and any such claim should […]

    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

    Cases Press Release

    FAC Sues San Francisco Police, Mayor Breed for Records Related to Raid on Journalist

    […] and strained credulity given the Medical Examiner’s March 22 announcement that Adachi’s death was accidental. FAC is asking a judge to order the SFPD and mayor to comply with city and state open records laws by conducting adequate searches for the requested records, including of personal devices and accounts, producing all of the requested […]

    August 21, 2019

  • Asked and Answered

    Brown Act

    City Council Action in Secret

    Under the Brown Act, a city council is not supposed to take any action in secret, except where the matter can be discussed in closed session, and even then the council is required to disclose any action taken in closed session.  See generally Gov't Code section 54953(c) and 54957.1. Consequently, if a vote of […]

    June 14, 2009

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    First Amendment

    Where can I legally hand out flyers for my non-profit?

    […] should be to restrict speech). Similar questions can come up with respect to public spaces, though.In those cases, it is not the private property owner but the government that might impose restrictions. This might take the form of an ordinance prohibiting solicitation or something along those lines (sometimes crafted to restrict speech while appearing […]

    December 28, 2010

  • Latest News

    FAC News Press Release

    Lara Bergthold, Marcos Bretón and Alica Del Valle Join FAC Board

    […] Alica are each exceptionally accomplished in their fields and bring a tremendous amount of energy and expertise to bear in service of our critical work to ensure government transparency and First Amendment protections for all," said FAC Executive Director David Snyder. Bergthold is principal partner at RALLY, a communications firm focused on political and […]

    June 9, 2021

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    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