Kentucky Press Association

This Kentucky Press Association Article has some interesting ideas for discussion. In this particular case, an individual is trying to get a recorded copy of a 911 call and the tape was held for privacy purposes due to fear of retaliation. Specifically, the appellate coure cited: (1) whether there is a privacy interest in the requested record, and then (2) whether that privacy interest is outweighed by the general policy of openness.

Note: I have never said that there is not a reason for the public to hear a 911 tape--indeed, there are many valid reasons. This issue is about the recording and wide-distribution of such recrodings for amusement.