Public Records Request Guide and Templates

We created this guide as part of a series of resources to support community advocates in building state and local campaigns to abolish youth fees and fines by sharing strategies from Debt Free Justice campaigns. See more resources at debtfreejustice.org/resources.

This is a guide to requesting public records informally and formally that includes background and tips for research, drafting, sending, and following up on requests. If you have questions about this resource, write to [email protected].