The South Carolina Highway Patrol is being ordered by a judge to release video and other info from traffic stops to the public, even if the case is ongoing. The judge ruled specifically that a newspaper should have received video of a traffic stop which led to the arrest of a councilwoman for driving under the influence. Requests for video are often denied by the Public Safety Department because information may affect the criminal case against the suspect. The judge ruled the agency must show proof the release of information will result in harm, according to news reports.
As a Spartanburg car accident attorney, I hope the release of information leads to future justice for car accident victims. If you or a loved one were harmed in an auto accident, discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer who can assess your claim, and answer any important legal questions you may have regarding you help defend your case. A personal injury lawyer can help guide you through your case by guiding you through the legal processes associated with your case in order to reach the best possible outcome for your claim.
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