Investigative reports from The Sacramento Bee
Getting public records begins with knowing what you are entitled to and how to go about getting help. Here are some places to start:
California Public Records Act Pocket Guide (PDF)
Primer on California Open Records (PDF)
California public records sample request letter
Federal Open Government Guide
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Open government advocates provide tips and even support to the public. Some of the places to look:
California First Amendment Coalition
Californians Aware, the Center for Public Forum Rights
Open Government
Common Cause
Society of Professional Journalist: Open Doors
Sunshine Week
Tom Knudson, Environment & Sierra Nevada
Marjie Lundstrom, Northern California & General Assignment
Charles Piller, Financial Audits & Prisons
Phillip Reese, Computer-Assisted Reporting & Databases
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