Indiana Public Access Counselor Luke Britt found that an ‘unobtrusive microphone can be placed near, or even on, a council table during a public meeting because it constitutes the reasonable use of a recognized means of recording.’

The admission at a packed meeting of the town council confirms earlier reporting by WDRB News based on emails obtained under Indiana’s public records law.

The emails and letter, obtained under Indiana’s public access law, shed light on discussions involving the town’s police department.