Coast Guard Will Not Release Names of Rescued If Case Is Inactive
· Story link The Navy Times reports that the Coast Guard has decided to change its policy on disclosing names…
The Navy Times reports that the Coast Guard has decided to change its policy on disclosing names in rescue cases, releasing names only during an active operation. Once a case is closed, a new memorandum says, anyone seeking information will have to file a Freedom of Information Act request. The Times said the Coast Guard generally believes names of those rescued are protected under FOIA’s privacy exemption. (9/11/07)