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Each State has their own version of the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act), which allows you to request public records from government agencies.
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Whether it’s for business, research, or personal purposes, being able to request government records is your right.
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The Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. § 24-72-201) ensures public access to records of state and local agencies, unless exempt.
Anyone — Colorado residents, non-residents, media outlets, and businesses.
Agencies must respond within 3 business days. They may extend up to 7 business days for extenuating circumstances.
Yes. CORA requests must be in writing — by email, mail, fax, or agency form.
Yes. Agencies may charge for copies and staff time beyond the first one free hour. Fees are capped at a statutory hourly rate.
Examples include: police reports, contracts, environmental permits, school data, budgets, and emails of public officials.
Yes. Exemptions include trade secrets, student records, attorney-client communications, and ongoing investigations.
Agencies must cite the specific exemption. You can challenge the denial in district court.
FOIA applies to federal agencies. CORA applies to Colorado state and local agencies, with a strict 3-day response timeline.
No. CORA is open to any person, regardless of residency.



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