Case Analysis
A detailed examination of the preliminary protection order actions brought by William Nelson and 
John Du Wors against Houston Wade, with discussion of First Amendment issues using Bainbridge Island Municipal Court audio.
Court's Decision
Bainbridge Island Municipal Court Judge Sara McCulloch correctly upheld free speech rights in a protection order hearing where John Du Wors sought to restrain the speech of Houston Wade.
Legal Precedent
The court applied Moriwaki v. Rynearson in determining that truthful speech about public figures' conduct is protected by the First Amendment.
Significance
This ruling affirmed that:
- Truthful statements about Du Wors' criminal convictions are protected speech
- Documenting and publicizing an attorney's criminal conduct is not harassment
- Courts should not be used to suppress legitimate criticism
Video Documentation
Two videos document these proceedings:
- "Free Speech and Bainbridge Island Municipal Court" (G3gRGmajnlk)
- "Bainbridge Island Municipal Court Upholds Free Speech!" (YI_pwUfhKyQ)
Source
- Court audio recordings
- Moriwaki v. Rynearson decision