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The Commonwealth of Virginia v. Sawyer
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Virginia public officials misuse ‘working papers’ exemption to shield records
RCFP attorneys are challenging government officials’ broad interpretation of the “working papers” exemption of Virginia’s public records law.
November 20, 2023
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Chris Young
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The Commonwealth of Virginia v. Sawyer
Court: Virginia Court of Appeals Date Filed: Aug. 7, 2023 Background: In 2022, Heather Sawyer, executive director of the nonprofit…
August 15, 2023
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Chris Young
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