Christopher E. Stratton, Sheriff at Clermont County Sheriff's Department | https://clermontsheriff.org/
Christopher E. Stratton, Sheriff at Clermont County Sheriff's Department | https://clermontsheriff.org/
FOIA Request to Clermont County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Clermont County Sheriff's Department by a representative from the Clermont Times. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting applicants. This request was made under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and the requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.
The purpose of this request is to gather information that can be used in reporting news related to local governmental affairs. The requester emphasized the importance of access to public records for media professionals, as it enables them to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency for the public. In light of their role in disseminating information, they have requested a fee waiver, citing their eligibility as members of the media.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization 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.
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