Open Court Proceedings and Challenges to Protective Orders
Our system of government has a long tradition of courts that are open to the public. Open courts discourage judicial corruption and help ensure that all parties receive fair treatment. In addition, court files often include evidence about risks to public health and safety that a party prefers to keep secret. To ensure that our courts remain open and accountable, Public Citizen resists efforts by courts and litigants to seal court files.
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