In the past, the public would not have seen the full text of the decisions, missing out on insights into how OPR comes down on key issues.
Robert Keebler, a CPA in Green Bay, Wis., said it isn't always important that the OPR catches someone or wins a case. He likened the office to a police officer parked along the road with a radar gun. The mere presence of the law is enough slow drivers down.
"Knowing that bad behavior will be met with harsh sanctions is a very important part of its role," he said.
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