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Some days, I look at the silver lining
By LeslieWilber in For your information
August 5, 2008

When it took an AG's ruling to get use of force reports from the Victoria Police Department, I was a little grouchy. But really, that was nothing. Just an exercise in waiting out routine procedure.

The Beaumont Enterprise is having a much harder time getting use of force reports, according to the latest issue of the FOFT newsletter. The reports, requested in October, included information about Frank Coffin III -- a police officer and the chief's son. In December, the AG ruled most of the reports should be released -- according to The Enterprise. And it's been a big, drawn out to-do ever since.

Most recently, an Austin judge decided both sides need to exchange information before they go to trial. It should be an interesting one.

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  • bighorn bighorn Report a ViolationReport a Violation
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    Sorry, but according to some, no police agency is to be questioned and held accountable. Especially those with leadership under indictment.

    August 5, 2008 at 11:50 p.m.

  • LeslieWilber LeslieWilber Report a ViolationReport a Violation
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    Sorry if that's how you read it. I understand WHY things are sent to the AG's for rulings. I appreciate it. However, it can be an aggravating snag.
    They release things because it's part of their job. It's actually the public's information.

    August 5, 2008 at 12:44 p.m.