FOIA Request to Holmes County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
The Sunshine Sentinel has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants. This request was made under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution, and chapter 119, F.S., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The Sunshine Sentinel is a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability, the organization is seeking this information to ensure public institutions are held accountable and that there is transparency in their operations. Given its role in disseminating information to the public, the Sunshine Sentinel has requested a fee waiver as it qualifies as a media professional entity.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition assists media companies, publications, and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies by utilizing Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition 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.
