Nashville DA's Office Secretly Recorded Defense Attorneys, Investigation Reveals
A state probe found that District Attorney Glenn Funk's office used hidden audio and video surveillance on defense lawyers and visitors without their knowledge.
- The Tennessee Comptroller's report disclosed that DA Glenn Funk installed a surveillance system nearly four years ago, capturing audio and video of defense attorneys in the viewing room.
- Defense attorneys were unaware of the audio recordings while examining evidence, often discussing privileged information and defense strategies.
- The investigation highlighted a 2022 incident where Funk used the surveillance system to monitor a former employee whose family member supported his election opponent.
- Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti stated that there is insufficient evidence for a successful criminal prosecution but expressed ethical concerns, particularly regarding recordings in sensitive areas.
- Funk's office declared the matter closed, asserting no laws were broken, though the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility has yet to comment.
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