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Autopsy and ballistics reports

The topic is about the release of autopsy and ballistics reports in federal use-of-force cases. The reports are often withheld in the early stages of an investigation to protect case integrity and avoid compromising investigations or prosecutions.

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Jan 31, 2026

What legal standards govern public release of autopsy and ballistics reports in federal use-of-force cases?

sets standards for when deadly force may be used and assigns investigative responsibilities, but the provided reporting does not contain a single, definitive federal rule that prescribes exactly when ...