Request public records
Request government records with a FOIA request letter
Identify the agency, describe the records, and state your format, fee, and timing preferences. Your answers become a request that agencies can process without follow-up questions.
Usually 7–10 min. Autosaves as you go.Private by design. Your answers stay on this device.
What your foia request includes
- A precise description of the records, date range, and subject
- Your preferred format, delivery method, and fee limit or waiver request
- Expedited processing language when your situation qualifies
How to create your foia request in 3 easy steps
Name the agency
Choose the federal, state, or local body that holds the records.
Describe the records
Be specific about subject, dates, and record types.
Submit and track
Download the PDF, send it through the agency's FOIA channel, and note the deadline.
Frequently asked questions
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Review the whole document before you pay. One purchase, no automatic renewal.
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