FOIA Request to Lake County Sheriff’s Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado by Centennial State News on September 24, 2025. The request seeks comprehensive data concerning all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.
The specific information requested includes the name, sex, race, age, date of birth, and citizenship status of each arrestee. Additionally, the request asks for the booking ID, date of arrest, booking photo, names of arresting officers, type and location of crime committed, and the date of the crime. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.
Centennial State News highlights its role as a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization argues that access to these public records is vital for ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. They also mention their eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media entity.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization focused on assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests. More information about this coalition 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.
