HOW TO RESPOND TO PUBLIC RECORD REQUESTS

• Request may be oral or written (except electronic databases)

• Do not have to create a record that does not exist

• Must redact confidential data from public record requested

• May not ask the purpose or motive for the request

• Must comply "as promptly as possible" (within a reasonable time)

• Provide access "at reasonable times" and "under reasonable supervision"

• May only charge actual cost

• Must give explanation for denial of request

• Intentional or knowing violations of statute subject to personal liability, unless acted upon advice of legal counsel