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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 Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1) provides public access to most records maintained by New Jersey state and local agencies.
Anyone — New Jersey residents, non-residents, journalists, businesses, and advocacy groups.
Agencies must respond within 7 business days.
Yes. OPRA requests must be in writing, typically by agency form, email, or mail.
Yes. Standard fees are 5¢ per letter-sized page and 7¢ per legal-sized page. Agencies may charge for special services if records require extensive time.
Examples: police reports, contracts, property records, environmental permits, emails of officials, and budgets.
Yes. Exemptions include ongoing investigations, personnel files, medical records, and attorney-client materials.
You can appeal to the Government Records Council (GRC) or file a lawsuit in Superior Court.
FOIA covers federal agencies. OPRA applies to New Jersey state and local agencies with a strict 7-day response deadline.
No. OPRA is open to any person, regardless of residency.




