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Those who want the Covenant shooter documents released are hoping to set a speedy trial date

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — There will be a new hearing involving the Covenant shooter's documents — the people suing to have the documents released are hoping to speed along the process.

On Monday, Jan. 29, the plaintiffs' show cause hearing that the the shooter's documents go to the judge for her review. They will also discuss setting a date for another status hearing and a trial date could be set.

A motion was filed by five different groups asking that the shooter documents be released — the Tennessee Firearms Association, National Police Association, the Tennessee Star, The Tennessean newspaper, and Sen. Todd Gardenhire.

A three-judge panel ruled The Covenant School families will have the ability to speak in court on whether documents written by the mass shooter should go public.