Sig Schutz Joins Maine Rule of Law Panel Discussion on Freedom of the Press
MaineRuleofLaw.org
July 6, 2026
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NEFAC Legal Fund Supporting Public Records Lawsuit in Maine Murder Case
The New England First Amendment Coalition has announced support for a public records lawsuit seeking answers about whether a 2024 double homicide in Bath could have been prevented. The suit challenges extensive redactions in...
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Maine State Court Rules
Sig Schutz will present at a NEFAC webinar on Maine state court rules, covering the rights of media and members of the public when attending court proceedings. Topics will include press access rules, camera...
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Experts criticize ‘excessive’ redactions in state report on fatal house fire
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