FOIA Request to Putnam County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
The Sunshine Sentinel, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting new applicants. This request was made under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution and chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes.
The Sunshine Sentinel emphasized its role in providing transparency and holding public institutions accountable through comprehensive news coverage. The organization also highlighted its eligibility for a fee waiver due to its status as a media entity. Furthermore, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
For more information about The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, visit their website at 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.
