South Ohio News

FOIA Request to Lawrence County Sheriff's Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

A request for information has been submitted to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq. The request was made by South Ohio News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The email seeks access to specific records concerning job applications received by the sheriff's office.

The requested records include data on the number of job applications received by week, month, or year. Additionally, information is sought about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers. The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for media professionals who aim to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency.

South Ohio News has also indicated their eligibility for a fee waiver as members of the media. They are affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids in investigating state and federal governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition can be found at this link.

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.