Hobson v. Moore

OPINION

CAMPBELL, Justice.

This is an original mandamus proceeding to compel the trial court to set aside its order requiring relators, police officers J.E. Hobson and David Lott, to answer interrogatories inquiring into an “ongoing criminal investigation.” The officers contend the information is privileged from discovery. We recognize a privilege, but conclude it has been waived by failure to assert timely objections.

Marlon Ray Davis sued officers Hobson and Lott over their investigation into his possible connection with thefts of heavy equipment. On September 23, 1986, Davis served…