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Is there a resource you have been using to learn how to format and submit FOIA requests?
by strgrd 10y ago
Is there a resource you have been using to learn how to format and submit FOIA requests?
- bpchaps 10y ago(unorganized list) Kinda, but most of it has been through trial and error with a few read-throughs of Illinois FOIA. I have a pro bono lawyer who can help out every now and then, but he tends to be very busy so it's not the best source of information. If you ever feel a request wasn't interpreted properly, or you can prove that requests aren't fulfilled properly, instead of suing, you can go through the attorney general route. I tried it once, but it took six months. It worked, though. muckrock.com might be a good choice to go to. I find their pay-for-FOIA to be complete bullshit and only adds to the perceived difficulties of FOIA. There are communities that focus on FOIA that you can work with. In Chicago, there are two that I know of - Open Gov Hacknight is the most well known. If you ever need any help, just shoot me a message in the email on my page and I can give some pointers, or at least point you in the right direction. I always love to help out! Edit: For what it's worth, this is the video that got me thinking seriously about these things. I don't agree with every point he made, but the start-at-the-city point he makes is something I dearly believe in. I mention it here, since it might help build motivation, which is a useful resource to tap. https://www.ted.com/talks/eric_liu_why_ordinary_people_need_to_understand_power?language=en https://www.ted.com/talks/eric_liu_why_ordinary_people_need_...
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