Free Speech Lawsuit
Summary
Surprise is locked in a free speech lawsuit with civil liberties advocates over restrictive local rules. This battle could force the city to rewrite its policies and rack up legal bills that residents will ultimately have to pay.
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Impact analysis
Your tax dollars are funding a costly courtroom defense that could easily turn into expensive payouts if the city loses.
Local residents and activists win if this lawsuit forces the city to adopt more transparent and open public speech policies.
Everyday taxpayers take the hit here, footing the bill for a legal fight sparked by restrictive city rules.
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Federal Judge Allows Surprise Mom’s Free Speech Lawsuit To Move Forward
Federal Judge Allows Surprise Mom’s Free Speech Lawsuit To Move Forward AZ FREE NEWS
Woman sues Arizona city for allegedly denying free speech
Woman sues Arizona city for allegedly denying free speech The Center Square
Response to Motion to Dismiss - Massie v. City of Surprise
Response to Motion to Dismiss - Massie v. City of Surprise FIRE | Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
Judge dismisses case against Surprise woman arrested at public meeting
Judge dismisses case against Surprise woman arrested at public meeting Phoenix New Times
JUSTICE: Judge throws out criminal charge against Arizona mom arrested for criticizing a city attorney’s pay
JUSTICE: Judge throws out criminal charge against Arizona mom arrested for criticizing a city attorney’s pay FIRE | Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
OPINION: Surprise officials back down after critic's arrest. Now they should pay up
OPINION: Surprise officials back down after critic's arrest. Now they should pay up azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic
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