FOIA Request to Lee County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the Sunshine Sentinel to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. The request seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting new applicants. This request is 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 focused on providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to public records is crucial for their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requester has indicated that they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
Additionally, the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
