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Freedom of Information Request Document Template

Formal request to access public records under transparency or FOIA laws.

Freedom of Information Request

This document serves as a formal request to access public records under applicable transparency or Freedom of Information (FOI/FOIA) laws. It can be submitted to government bodies, public agencies, or other institutions subject to transparency statutes.

To: {agencyName}

Address: {agencyAddress}

Date: {requestDate}

Dear {agencyContactName},

I am writing to formally request access to information under the Freedom of Information legislation applicable in your jurisdiction. This request is made under the relevant public records laws and seeks to promote transparency and public accountability.

Requester Information

Name: {fullName}
Address: {requesterAddress}
Email: {email}
Phone Number: {phoneNumber}

Details of the Information Requested

{informationDescription}

{#dateRange}

Time Period Requested: From {startDate} to {endDate}

{/dateRange}

Preferred Format

I would prefer to receive the information in the following format:

  • {preferredFormat}

{#deliveryOptions}

Delivery Method: {deliveryMethod}

Delivery Details: {deliveryDetails}

{/deliveryOptions}

Fee Waiver Request

{^feeConsent}

I respectfully request a waiver of all fees associated with this request on the grounds that the release of the requested information is in the public interest and is not for commercial purpose.

{/feeConsent}

{#feeConsent}

I am willing to pay fees associated with the processing of this request up to the amount of {feeLimit}. Please inform me if the cost would exceed this limit.

{/feeConsent}

Response Time

I understand that under the Freedom of Information law, you are required to respond to this request within {responseDeadline} business days. If access to the documents I am requesting will take longer, please contact me with an estimated date of completion.

Contact for Clarification

If any clarification is necessary, I am available at {email} or {phoneNumber}.

Thank you for your assistance and prompt attention to this matter.

Sincerely,

{fullName}

Attachments (if any)

{#attachments}

  • {fileName} ({fileDescription})

{/attachments}

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