Public Information Documents
FOIA.gov - Freedom of Information Act
Since 1967 the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) has provided the public with access to federal agency records. It is often described as the law that keeps ...
What is a Public Record? - CivicPlus
A public record refers to information that has been recorded and/or filed by a public agency. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) was passed ...
Public records ... Public records are documents or pieces of information that are not considered confidential and generally pertain to the conduct of government.
What is a Public Record? - JustFOIA
Within law enforcement, public records could include: · Body camera footage · 911 call transcripts · Warrants and court records · Use of force reports · Traffic ...
Public Records: What You Need to Know | LexisNexis
Public records refer to legal and official documents, information, or data that are accessible and available to the general public. These records are maintained ...
Public Records Law and State Legislatures
All 50 states have enacted laws requiring certain government records to be open to the public to increase transparency and public awareness ...
The Freedom of Information Act
Generally provides that any person has the right to request access to federal agency records or information except to the extent the records are protected from ...
Public Records Management | Granicus
Public records are documents or pieces of information that are not considered confidential and pertain to the conduct of governments.
public record | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute
Primary tabs. Public records contain information, minutes, files, accounts, or any other documents that a governmental body is required to maintain, and must be ...
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court ...
PACER provides information about accessing and filing federal court records electronically. Find resources for using PACER.
How to Submit an Open Records Request | The Heritage Foundation
“Open meetings laws” establish the rights the public has to listen to debate and watch the decision-making process of their elected officials.
1663. Protection Of Government Property -- Protection Of Public ...
The taking of a public record or document is prohibited by 18 USC § 641. The destruction of such records may be reached under 18 USC § 1361.
Tips for Filing Public Records Requests in Your State or City
American Oversight has compiled a list of strategies to help journalists, activists, and others use public records requests to hold government accountable.
Missouri Public Records | MissouriCourtRecords.us
Who Can Access Missouri Public Records? Missouri's Sunshine Laws allow anyone to access public records held by governmental bodies. Residents and non-residents ...
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) - National Archives
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) gives any person the right to request access to records of the executive branch of the US Government.
Public Records Check - Missouri State Highway Patrol
All requests for public records should be submitted in writing or online. Requests may be submitted in any of the following ways by providing the information ...
Your Right To Federal Records - GSA
The EFOIA amendments provide for public access to information in an electronic format and for the establishment of electronic. FOIA reading rooms through agency.
Requesting Personal Records or Information | Division of Legal ...
DSS retains certain agency records which are not available to the general public, nor are they obtainable under the Missouri Sunshine Act/Law. As allowed by law ...
Access to Public Records in Missouri | Digital Media Law Project
Missouri combines its public records and public meetings laws into one statute. It defines public records very broadly and has no limitations on who can request ...
A Citizen's Guide to Public Records Requests
Who can make a public records request? In short, state public records laws are strong tools available to all citizens to ensure open government. They are ...