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CPRA

If A Lawyer Sends A Threatening Letter to A City Attorney Marked “Confidential” Is It?

[…] who wrote the City Attorney a letter. He attached a draft civil complaint of what they might file, a central set of arguments the consideration of which must have led to further discussions, and the nature of which the public has a compelling public interest to consider. The lawyer appears to have marked the […]

November 5, 2018
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Police Records

Want Info on 911 Call that Prompted Police to Swarm My House Where No Crime Occurred

[…] act. 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.

December 4, 2018
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FOIA

Need Assistance Using FOIA To Request My FISA File

[…] find helpful. FOIA, 5 U.S.C. § 552, is a federal open records act that provides a mechanism to gain access to public records. FOIA requires that a government agency produce existing records that are not otherwise exempt. 5 U.S.C. §552(a)(2). Under FOIA, there are nine categories of documents that are exempt from disclosure. 5 […]

April 6, 2020
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CPRA

Can we submit a Public Records Act request for a California elected official’s personal emails, text messages?

[…] clear. 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.

July 30, 2020
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CPRA

City Delays Responding to Records Requests Until It’s Too Late To Use the Information Requested

[…] the same day, the City provided confirmation of receipt of those requests. During the next 43 days, I received several emails from the City stating "Pursuant to Government Code § 6253.c(2)" they need more time to "respond." I finally sent another email to the City demanding a response. After 45 days, the City responded […]

March 20, 2020
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CPRA

How Can I Access Records From The California Department of Corrections Regarding High-Profile Offenders?

[…] records. 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.

September 21, 2021
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Blog

‘Stop Shooting Her!’: Video of Fatal Shooting of Teen Shows Why Police Transparency Matters

[…] armed when she was running toward deputies, or who shot her." To investigate that claim, independent journalist Joey Scott submitted a request under the California Public Records Act for videos of the shootout. But the sheriff’s department stonewalled for 18 months. Only after FAC demanded disclosure did the sheriff finally release videos and other […]
- Government Transparency and Accountability
April 15, 2024
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Newsgathering

California Bill Could Chill Speech, Harm News Outlets

[…] as those individuals." In this bill, these individuals could demand that businesses refrain from selling their personal information or delete their personal information, and requires businesses to comply with 72 hours of receiving a demand. The bill opens the door for these individuals to sue if the business does not comply. FAC and FPF […]
- Government Transparency and Accountability
July 10, 2025
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Public Records

First Amendment Coalition v. City of San Diego
- Government Transparency and Accountability
June 26, 2025
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Press Release

FAC Sues San Diego for Public Records About Controversial Use of Force Against Marcus Evans

[…] ribs, tendon damage, and significant injuries to his left arm. Pride Law Firm represents Evans in his civil case. "Nothing is more important to public trust in government than transparency, especially transparency about use of force by police that involves firearms or causes extensive injuries such as those Mr. Evans suffered," said David Loy, […]

June 26, 2025