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Legal Hotline: Redaction and Staff Time Fees
Q: I filed a Right-to-Know request asking to inspect records. I want to look at the records to help me decide which are most relevant, and to reduce copy fees. […]
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March 19, 2026
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Sunshine Act – Right to Object
Q: A local agency prohibits members of the public from raising an objection about Sunshine Act compliance during public meetings and restricts objections to the public comment portion of the […]
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March 12, 2026
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Legal Hotline: Private Criminal Complaints Public Access
Q: I want to review a private criminal complaint, but the magisterial district judge (MDJ) is telling me I can’t have a copy until the district attorney approves it. When […]
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March 5, 2026
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Printing services available within the PNA network
Did you know many PNA members offer a wide range of printing and production services that can support fellow news organizations? From traditional job printing to full newspaper production, several […]
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NCAA March Madness trademarks
Q: What are the rules when using collegiate team names, logos, and NCAA trademarks like “March Madness” and “Final Four” in advertising? A: Advertisers cannot use team, individual or National […]

