Q: I was arrested for Disorderly conduct in Illinois. The charging document claimed I disturbed employees at a business.
I went to court and had a Judge order the videotapes of the incident preserved. After that I got a PD, and we viewed the videotape and the police narrative of the incident. The State has SOL'ed the charges and I have a certified copy of a DDT. The narrative claims and I cannot quote it exactly because my PD says he cannot give me a copy of the report nor the videotape claims I was disruptive and aggressive and I also disturbed customers, the videotape show I was the calmest person on this earth, and includes 6 to 9 other videos time synced with my actions, and not one employee nor customer turned their heads. I will be acquitted of the charges, because the State would be suborning perjury if they continue. How do I get a copy of the report and the videotape. I sent the village a freedom of information request but I am sure they will fight it. They would have to fire 2 police officers. Any help would be appreciated.
A: Ask your lawyer to ask for it or at least that it be preserved with the court. Win the dismissal first, though. Never as easy as it seems.
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