Surge in Records Requests Prompts Changes at Walker County Sheriff’s Office as Lawmakers Consider New Restrictions

Surge in Records Requests Prompts Changes at Walker County Sheriff’s Office as Lawmakers Consider New Restrictions

WALKER COUNTY, GA — A growing number of requests for body camera footage and mug shots has led to staffing changes at the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, as state lawmakers consider new legislation that could limit access to law enforcement records.

Sheriff Steve Wilson says the volume of requests has increased significantly, creating a strain on department resources…

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