San Diegans for Open Government v. Jan I. Goldsmith (2014)

Reason for Suing: San Diegans for Open Government (SDOG) sued because San Diego City Attorney Jan Goldsmith was using his personal e-mail account to conduct official business but refused to turn over those e-mail communications after SDOG made a request under the California Public Records Act.

Outcome: SDOG won in the trial court and the appellate court.

Documents: Superior Court Complaint; Superior Court Judgment; Court of Appeal Opinion; Post-Appeal Order Requiring Disclosure.