Sangamon Sun

FOIA Request to Lake County Sheriff's Office IL regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Lake County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on July 29, 2025. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the documents in electronic format.

The request was made by a news reporter from Sangamon Sun, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate coverage of local governmental affairs. The purpose of obtaining these records is to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. As part of their professional responsibilities, media members often rely on access to public records to inform the public and hold government entities accountable.

In addition, the requester has identified themselves as a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal agencies. The coalition uses Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency in government actions. More information about this organization can be found at 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.