Judge Rules City Leaders Ineffective in Halting Controversial APD Surveillance Practices
Austin, Texas — A recent judicial ruling has indicated that city officials in Austin have not succeeded in putting an end to a controversial practice within the Austin Police Department, known colloquially as the “g-files.” These secretive files are said to contain personal information on individuals, gathered without their consent or a clear link to criminal activities, raising significant concerns about privacy and civil liberties. Judge Lee Yeakel’s decision in federal court comes after a prolonged lawsuit filed by civil rights groups against the city. The groups argue that the maintenance of these files reflects … Read more