Muncie Reporter

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

A request for public records was sent to the Blackford County Sheriff's Office by a representative of Muncie Reporter. The request, submitted under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting applicants. The requester has asked for this information in an electronic format.

The purpose of this request is to support journalistic activities aimed at providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requester has indicated that access to these public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Furthermore, as a member of the media, the requester has sought a fee waiver, citing their role in disseminating information to the public.

Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization can be found on their website: 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.