Q: Is there any way to stop my son's autopsy report from being public record (CPRA) if we are in safe at home program?
I have recently been informed of an organization who has drastically digging for details and information surrounding my son's death. My son passed in a horrific and tragic accident in May, he was just 5 months old. These people have shared his story and details of the incident and I cannot confirm who their source has been. I have spoken to the detective on the case and the coroner's office. The Coroner's office called me today to let me know the autopsy and coroner's report was completed today and being reviewed to finalize and will be given to this organization. I am looking for any help or resource that can guide me in the right direction to keep this already tragic and sensitive situation, private.
A: You should contact a good privacy rights lawyer right away. No parent should have to endure the further indignity of unwanted scrutiny regarding the death of such a young child. In Los Angeles you should be able to find a top notch lawyer who knows how handle such situations. You can go to the Los Angeles County Bar Association's website (https://www.lacba.org/) and search for privacy rights lawyers, or call their Lawyer Referral Service number listed on the website and ask for the assistance you need.
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