When family court cases drift into criminal territory, truth can become a liability rather than a safeguard. This editorial reflects…
When “Privacy” Is Used as a Weapon: What Fathers Need to Know About Public Court Records
The article addresses misconceptions about court records, particularly in custody disputes. It clarifies that public records aren’t private and can…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 14, 2025
The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD) has acknowledged it lacks written policies for criminal affidavits and District Attorney Investigator authority.…
The Public Has a Right to Know Whether Government Agencies Followed the Law Before Taking Someone’s Freedom.
Los Angeles and San Diego officials are withholding public records related to the arrest and prosecution of Giselle Farias Smiel,…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 26, 2025
Official San Diego CAD logs for the May 1 and September 4, 2025 incidents classify them as civil assists with…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 14, 2025
New data from Baltimore, Anne Arundel, and Frederick Counties reveal a concerning rise in missing elementary students classified as W50,…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 13, 2025
On November 13, 2025, North County Dispatch JPA confirmed no 911 emergency calls or responses regarding a purported juvenile distress…
Maryland Judges Required to Reveal Their Finances — But How Public Is “Public”?
Maryland's judges must file annual financial disclosure statements by April 30, detailing assets and potential conflicts of interest. While intended…
Paper Crime Scene: How a County Line Turned a Custody Dispute Into a Felony Case
Giselle Farias Smiel stands accused of kidnapping her children, with her case reflecting failures in bureaucratic procedures and communication. A…