[Cubs Fan]

--but IF they are 'public documents',
then public access laws trump confidentiality,--

Plea agreements have never been public documents before, And with good reason. They could easily be used to taint a jury pool.

--but we don't give advice on those issues, so you should consult a court.--

Right and he didn't do that. He instead lied and said they DID grant permission.

[mware]

but IF they are 'public documents', then public access laws trump confidentiality,--

DAMN, if it applies to Rush's personal medical records why couldn't we get a glimpse of Clinton's medical records.