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Resident alleges misconduct, asks for body‑cam review; council cites ORS public‑records rule
Summary
A resident raised multiple complaints about local law enforcement and asked to review police body‑camera footage; city staff said state public‑records law (ORS 192.345) limits routine release and recommended statutory appeal routes.
During the public‑comment portion of the meeting, James Loftus told the council he had experienced multiple troubling encounters with local law enforcement and said he had video he wished to review with city officials. "I have him on video. If you'd like to come down and look at it, I'd be happy to share it with you," Loftus said, describing one encounter that left him fearing for his safety.
Loftus asked whether, if he filed a tort claim or lawsuit, he would then be allowed to view the footage. Council members confirmed staff had responded…
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