Lima Reporter

FOIA Request to Allen County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Allen County Sheriff's Office in Ohio by a representative from Lima Reporter. The request, sent on July 29, 2025, seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting new applicants. This request is made under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and specifies a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.

The Lima Reporter emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requested records are deemed essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. The requester also highlights their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

The Lima Reporter has expressed interest in obtaining a fee waiver for this request, citing their status as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public.

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.