Form FOIA-1 Freedom of Information Act Request - Illinois

What Is Form FOIA-1?

This is a legal form that was released by the Illinois Department of Revenue - a government authority operating within Illinois. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a FOIA-1 form?
A: The FOIA-1 form is a request form used to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request in the state of Illinois.

Q: What is the Freedom of Information Act?
A: The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a U.S. federal law that allows individuals to request access to information held by government agencies.

Q: What information should I include in my FOIA-1 request?
A: You should include specific details about the information you are requesting, such as the type of records, dates, and any other relevant information that can help the agency locate the records.

Q: Is there a fee for submitting a FOIA-1 request?
A: There may be fees associated with processing a FOIA-1 request, such as copying costs. The agency will inform you of any applicable fees.

Q: How long does it take to receive a response to a FOIA-1 request?
A: The agency has up to 5 business days to respond to a FOIA-1 request, although certain circumstances may allow for an extension of this timeframe.

Q: What happens if my FOIA-1 request is denied?
A: If your FOIA-1 request is denied, you have the right to appeal the decision with the Illinois Attorney General's Public Access Counselor.

Q: Can I request information from both federal and state agencies using the FOIA-1 form?
A: No, the FOIA-1 form is specifically for requesting information from Illinois state government agencies. For federal agencies, you would need to use the federal FOIA request form.