Opposition to release of grand jury transcripts

Family of slain Gresham veteran opposes release of grand jury transcripts seems rather odd especially since they had made claims against the police shooting. But it isn't too difficult to understand why they may not want to put the life of the slain man on public display.

Will it prevent the expected Gresham lawsuit (Portland always settles)? That is can these documents in full be kept from release now, but find selected portions used at trial , e.g., the information relating only to the shooting? It is interesting that the release of these transcripts are not automatic - it takes a court order.

I think it is a nice try by the attorney. But it is difficult to believe that the court will not order the release, but that depends if much opposition is mustered.

The hearing on this is tomorrow March 3. I hope the Tribune does a follow-up.