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Court battle over open records lawsuit ends with Dunwoody victory, resident must pay over $182,000
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway The lawsuit was filed by Joseph Hirsch, who alleged that the city had violated Georgia's Open Records Act.
A court battle in DeKalb County has ended with the City of Dunwoody emerging victorious. The lawsuit was filed by Joseph Hirsch, who alleged that the city had violated Georgia's Open Records Act. Hirsch had requested public records, but claimed that city personnel had refused to provide them.
The case was decided in favor of the city when a judge granted their motion for summary judgment. As a result, Hirsch has been ordered to pay over $182,000. Further details about the case are available from local news sources, including the outcome of the lawsuit and the events leading up to the court's decision.
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Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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