If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding public records by establishing that the standard of review for questions related to the denial of access to public records is de novo. This means that courts would independently assess these cases without deferring to previous decisions. The bill also clarifies that any person who has been denied access to public records can appeal this denial through a special action in superior court, and it specifies that victims in criminal cases have the same right to appeal within the context of their case.

Additionally, the bill makes a technical change by replacing the term "a victim" with "the person" in the context of appealing a denial of access to public records. This change aims to streamline the language while ensuring that all individuals, including victims, retain the right to appeal. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and access to public records by reinforcing the legal standards governing their disclosure.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 39-121.02