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
Can A Trustee Mute Another Trustee’s Microphone During A Meeting Streaming On Zoom?
Is it legal for a school board trustee facilitating a meeting streaming on Zoom to mute another trustee’s microphone because…
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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
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
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…
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January 20, 2021
Is It Legal to Exclude the Public From a Regularly Scheduled Public Meeting?
We were prevented from entering the County Board of Supervisors Meeting in California where they were deciding whether to open…
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January 19, 2021
Can Home Owners’ Association Prohibit Political Signage?
I live in a large community governed by a Home Owners’ Association (HOA). It recently passed a regulation that restricts…
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December 14, 2020
How Do Citizens Know If Agenda Items Meet the Criteria for Closed Sessions Discussion?
How does a member of the public know if matters taken up in the closed session portion of a meeting…
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December 14, 2020
Must An Agency Provide Translation Services for Board Members Who Need Them?
We work with a number of local water boards. Community Service Districts and Public Utility Districts. which are required to…
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October 30, 2020
Accessing Aggregated Medical Information for COVID-19 Deceased
I was told by our county authorities that the county cannot release specific ages, gender, co-morbidities or housing situation (group…