FOIA Request to Desoto County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A request has been submitted to the Desoto County Sheriff’s Office seeking access to specific public records. The request, made under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution and chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits or applicants. The requester is a news reporter from Sunshine Sentinel, a media organization dedicated to providing thorough and accurate coverage of local governmental affairs.
The purpose of this request is to obtain information that can aid in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As part of their professional duties, the requester emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for disseminating information to the public. In light of their role as a media professional, they have requested a fee waiver for accessing these records.
The requestor is also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
