SE Indiana News

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by SE Indiana News to the Ohio County Sheriff's Department on September 24, 2025. The request seeks access to comprehensive arrest records for the year 2023 under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act § 5-14-3-1 et seq. The news organization has requested these records in an electronic format.

The specific data points requested include the name, sex, race, age, date of birth, and citizenship status of each arrestee. Additionally, information such as booking ID, date of arrest, booking photo, names of arresting officers, type and location of crime, and date of crime are also sought. This detailed information is intended to support SE Indiana News in its mission to provide thorough and accurate reporting on local governmental affairs.

As a media organization committed to transparency and accountability in public institutions, SE Indiana News has emphasized its role in gathering and disseminating news to the public. The organization has requested a fee waiver for this FOIA request due to its status as a media professional entity. Furthermore, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.