Defending Free Speech, a Free Press, and the Public's Right to Know
FAC believes engaged and informed communities are essential to the health of our democracy.
News
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Following Pressure from FAC, California Judicial Council Releases Records
FAC demanded disclosure of training materials from a seminar for judges on the Racial Justice Act.
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AWARDS
FAC Honors NBC Bay Area, inewsource, and the Trace/CBS News with 2024 Free Speech and Open Government Award
FAC's annual Free Speech and Open Government Award recognizes outstanding contributions to the advancement of free expression or the people’s right to know about their government.
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LAWSUIT
Community Group and Huntington Beach Residents Sue City Over Library Censorship
FAC, ACLU SoCal, Community Legal Aid SoCal, and Jenner & Block represent the residents.
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ADVOCACY
Groups Urge U.S. Attorney for D.C. to Commit to the First Amendment
More than two dozen groups signed a letter reminding the U.S. Attorney for D.C. that he must uphold the Constitution, not serve as the legal arm of DOGE.
What We Do
Our Work
Cases
Cases
Holding governments accountable at the local, state, and federal levels; supporting journalists and citizens in how to enforce their First Amendment rights.
Advocacy
Advocacy
We engage in advocacy around crucial issues affecting government transparency, press rights, and the people’s right to know.
Press Freedom Initiative
Press Freedom Initiative
Ensuring access to qualified legal counsel when journalists face a subpoena seeking confidential sources or other protected materials.
Free Speech & Open Government Award
Free Speech & Open Government Award
Honoring the year’s best contributions towards the advancement of open government.
Legal Hotline
Have a question about access to public records, participating in government meetings or First Amendment concerns? We have a dedicated group of lawyers ready to help.
Resources
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Asked & Answered
A searchable database of responses to questions posed by Legal Hotline users about open-government laws and the First Amendment.
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Handbooks
Detailed guides on open meetings and open records, with sample letters for you to customize.
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Training
FAC holds live and virtual events to tackle some of the most pressing free speech, free press and government transparency issues of the day.
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Explainers
Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions to our Legal Hotline.
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