This citation is used to support the general principle that all records of a police department are subject to public inspection unless specifically exempted by statute. It emphasizes that police departments do not have the authority to act privately unless expressly authorized.
OAG 76-478 was Followed by OAG 91-131
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The Sunshine Law Library is not exhaustive and may contain errors from source documents or the import process. Nothing on this website should be taken as legal advice. It is always best to consult with primary sources and appropriate counsel before taking any action.