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The Public Has a Right to Know Whether Government Agencies Followed the Law Before Taking Someone’s Freedom.

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Los Angeles and San Diego officials are withholding public records related to the prosecution of Giselle Farias Smiel, raising concerns about transparency and due process. Despite legal obligations under the California Public Records Act, agencies have issued denials and delays, undermining public trust and accountability in the justice system.

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Paper Crime Scene: How a County Line Turned a Custody Dispute Into a Felony Case

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Giselle Farias Smiel faces felony charges for allegedly kidnapping her children, stemming from bureaucratic mistakes and insufficient evidence. The case highlights systemic failures, including secrecy and lack of inter-agency communication, which overshadow due process and create a troubling precedent for parental rights and disability protections within the legal system.

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Stonewalled: How Law Enforcement and School Officials Are Trying to Bury What Happened on May 1 in San Marcos

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I filed the records requests. I followed the law. And now I’m being stonewalled by the very agencies entrusted with the protection of children and the public’s trust. What happened …

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