Mansfield Times

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

The Mansfield Times has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Crawford County Sheriff's Office in Ohio. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting or accepting applicants. This request was made under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and the media organization has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.

As part of their journalistic duties, representatives from the Mansfield Times emphasize the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. They have also requested a fee waiver, citing their role as media professionals involved 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 that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies by utilizing Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization can be found on their website here.

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.