FOIA Request to Barron County Sheriff’s Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Barron County Sheriff’s Department by The Sconi, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, dated September 24, 2025, seeks comprehensive arrest records for the year 2023 under the Wisconsin Open Records Law.
The specific information requested includes all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The data points sought are detailed and include the arrestee’s name, sex, race, age, date of birth (DOB), citizenship status, booking ID, date of arrest, booking photo, names of arresting officers, type of crime committed, location of the crime, and date of the crime.
The request emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling journalistic duties such as holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The Sconi has also requested a fee waiver based on their role in disseminating information as a media entity.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition 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.
