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During the court proceedings, the evidence indicated a blatant disregard for legal requirements. The judge noted that when records requests are made, custodians are required to fulfill those requests or provide a justified reason for their denial within three days. Fanny Willis failed to meet this standard, leaving the court no choice but to rule in favor of the plaintiffs.
The Open Records Act mandates transparency and accountability for officials, and Fanny Willis’s neglect to adhere to these rules has not only cost her financially but has raised questions about her integrity as a public servant.