The Sconi

FOIA Request to Kenosha County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Kenosha County Sheriff's Office by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request, sent on September 24, 2025, seeks access to all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.

The requested data includes several specific details about each arrest: the arrestee's name, sex, race, age, date of birth (DOB), and citizenship status. Additionally, the request asks for information such as the booking ID, date of arrest, booking photo, names of the arresting officers involved in each case, type of crime committed, location of the crime, and date of the crime.

The Sconi emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities as members of the media. Their role involves holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. In light of this responsibility and their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies—they have requested a fee waiver.

The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy leverages Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to provide insights into government actions and inform the American electorate. More information about this organization 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.