In a recent case involving actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, their estate seeks to prevent the public release of autopsy and investigative records following their tragic deaths. This includes graphic photographs and police body-camera footage that authorities collected after their bodies were discovered at their Santa Fe home. Hackman's estate argues that such disclosures could violate privacy rights and emphasize the family's preference for a private lifestyle, especially in light of the distressing nature of the images involved.
Amanda Lavin, legal director at the New Mexico Foundation for Open Government commented that New Mexico's open records law restricts access to sensitive images, especially those depicting deceased individuals.
Julia Peters, representative for Gene Hackman’s estate, stated that the couple lived a private life for over thirty years and sought to protect their family's right to privacy in grief.
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