FOIA Request to Washington County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
The Sunshine Sentinel, a media organization dedicated to comprehensive and accurate news coverage of local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. The request seeks access to 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 of the Florida Statutes.
The request was sent by a reporter from the Sunshine Sentinel who emphasized the importance of access to public records for media professionals. The journalist highlighted that such access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Furthermore, as a member of the media, they requested a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information to the public.
Additionally, it was noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: 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.
