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Appendix A Request for Access to Public Records Under the Pennsylvania Right-To-Know-Law - Pennsylvania
What Is Appendix A?
This is a legal form that was released by the Pennsylvania Insurance Department - a government authority operating within Pennsylvania. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is the Pennsylvania Right-To-Know-Law?A: The Pennsylvania Right-To-Know-Law is a law that grants residents the right to access public records.
Q: What is the purpose of the Request for Access to Public Records?A: The purpose of the Request for Access to Public Records is to formally request access to specific public records under the Pennsylvania Right-To-Know-Law.
Q: Who can submit a Request for Access to Public Records?A: Any individual, organization, or legal entity can submit a request for access to public records.
Q: What information should be included in the Request for Access to Public Records?A: The request should include specific details about the records being requested, such as the type of record, date range, and any relevant identifying information.
Q: How should the Request for Access to Public Records be submitted?A: The request can be submitted in writing, in person, by mail, or via email to the appropriate agency or office holding the public records.
Q: Is there a fee for submitting a Request for Access to Public Records?A: Yes, there may be fees associated with processing the request, such as copying fees or search fees.
Q: Can public records be denied or withheld?A: Yes, certain exceptions exist where public records can be denied or withheld, such as if they are protected by attorney-client privilege or contain confidential personal information.
Q: What is the process for appealing a denial of access to public records?A: If a request for access to public records is denied, the requester can appeal the decision to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days.
Q: Are there any time limits for responding to a Request for Access to Public Records?A: Yes, under the Pennsylvania Right-To-Know-Law, agencies generally have five business days to respond to a request, but extensions may be granted under certain circumstances.
Form Details:
- The latest edition provided by the Pennsylvania Insurance Department;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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