If the outcome isn't listed, the inquirer could pull up the case at the courthouse. Lots of folks though dig up lawsuits and never check the outcome. They automatically assume the defendant lost or was found guilty. Some annoying acquaintance could always drop the info to embarrass one in social or professional circles.
This may not be an issue for some folks, but it very well could be for others.
----- "We simply attempt to be fearful when others are greedy and to be greedy only when others are fearful." -- Warren Buffett
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