In a recent federal court filing, prosecutors have disclosed that they possess a new category of evidence—confidential business records—relevant to the upcoming trial of Sarah Elizabeth George. The records, which are sensitive and pertain to third-party businesses, will be subject to a protective order proposed by prosecutors to restrict their viewing and usage. George’s defense has consented to these restrictions.
While the filing does not reveal the specific businesses involved or the nature of the information contained in the records, it suggests that the materials may include internal documents, client information, and proprietary data. This new evidence adds complexity to a case that has already seen a substantial volume of material, with prosecutors previously providing about 36,375 pages of discovery alongside various audio and video recordings.
George is facing charges related to the theft of an ambulance from St. Luke’s Meridian, which she allegedly drove into a building leased by the Department of Homeland Security. Surveillance footage reportedly captures her preparing for the act by purchasing gas cans and lighter fluid, and later using those to create a hazardous situation within the building.
The proposed protective order would allow George to review these confidential records with her defense team, but she would not be permitted to retain copies or take notes. Access for defense investigators and experts will also require adherence to the same restrictions. Importantly, any courtroom filings containing this sensitive information will usually need to be sealed.
George, who has pleaded not guilty, is set to stand trial on November 2 at the federal courthouse in Boise.
