FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff’s Department regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request, dated September 24, 2025, seeks comprehensive data on all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.
The requested information includes various data points such as the name, sex, race, age, date of birth (DOB), and citizenship of the arrestee. Additionally, it seeks details like the booking ID, date of arrest, booking photo, names of arresting officers, type of crime committed, location and date of the crime. The Sconi emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for their role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
The Sconi has also requested a fee waiver for this information based on their status as a media professional. They are affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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.
