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How long does an Open Records request take Georgia?
within three business days
Once you submit your request through the webform, you will receive a response to your request within three business days following the office’s receipt of your request during normal hours.
What are public records in Georgia?
The term “public records” is broadly defined to include all all written documents, maps, books, tapes, photographs, and electronic information, prepared and maintained or received in the course of the operation of a government body. Ga. Code Ann. § 50-18-70(a).
What is the Georgia Open Records Act?
The Georgia Open Records Act is a series of laws guaranteeing the public access to public records of government bodies. Public records are those documents generated by individuals or groups in public office in the course of public service.
What can I request under the Freedom of Information Act?
You can ask for any information you think a public authority may hold. The right only covers recorded information which includes information held on computers, in emails and in printed or handwritten documents as well as images, video and audio recordings.
How do you do an open records request in Georgia?
An Open Records Request should be made directly to the government agency’s custodian of the records. If an agency has assigned a particular person to handle requests, that information will be available on the agency’s website.
How do I contact Sandy Springs city clerk’s office?
For additional information and questions regarding open records and open meetings, please contact the Sandy Springs City Clerk’s office at 770.730.5600.
How do I submit an open records request?
To submit a general Open Records Request or Video Request, use the Sandy Springs Records Requests website. Requested records are usually available within three business days from receipt of the request.
Are public records open in the state of Georgia?
The Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A § 50-18-70 et seq), requires that all public records, except those excluded by court order or by law, be open for personal inspection by any individual at a reasonable time and place. Please review all options to ensure you are submitting your request via the appropriate channel.
Where can I find information about Sandy Springs GA?
The Visit Sandy Springs website will help you find a hotel, restaurant and things to do. VisitSandySprings.org Public Meetings Portal Where the civically minded engage with public policy. Find agendas and minutes from the City’s public meetings. SandySpringsGA.civicclerk.com