January 20, 2021
How can I Access Information On a Parolee in California
I’m trying to find out how to access a record from the parole office to determine the date a certain…
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January 20, 2021
How Do We Make a Community Service District Board Comply with the Brown Act?
Community Service District (CSD) Board members have been in violation of the Brown Act. I have requested multiple policies, procedures…
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January 20, 2021
Toll Road Agency Says There is No 14-day Requirement for Responding to CPRA Requests
The Transportation Corridor Agency (TCA) that manages toll roads has sent me an email saying that there is no 14-day…
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January 20, 2021
Brown Act Violation Concerns Over Closed Session Protocols for Employee Evaluations
At a special meeting of a California legislative body, an employee was suddenly put on paid administrative leave. The closed…
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January 20, 2021
A City Council’s COVID-19 Ordinance Allows Only email or Pre-Recorded Telephonic Comments
Does a city government satisfy the Brown Act and/or Executive Order N-29-20 if a City Council is only allowing written…
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January 20, 2021
Is there a Posting Date Requirement for Minutes of Public Agency Meetings?
Is there a legal requirement that a Community College in California post Minutes for their Board, Special and Committee Meetings…
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January 20, 2021
Sheriff Denied My Request For Data From Automated License Plate Readers
My local sheriff recently denied my request for information related to Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs). I would appreciate any…
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January 20, 2021
I Called Police About My Loud Neighbors Gathering During COVID. Were These Redactions Lawful?
This concerns a California Public Records Act request I recently made to a Police Department, and the response I got…
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January 20, 2021
Are Protesters Vulnerable to Arrest Under COVID-19 Ordinance Banning Public Gatherings?
My county passed a COVID-19 public ordinance stating that citizens are prohibited from participating in public gatherings and can be…
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January 20, 2021
How Can We Obtain Criminal Charges Against Our Community Service District for Violations of the Brown Act?
We are requesting assistance in criminally prosecuting Community Service District (CSD) members and General Manager for multiple past and ongoing…