Freedom of Information Request
Freedom of Information Request
Under the Illinois Freedom in Information Act 5 ILCS 140/1 et seq, certain public records in possession of public agencies may be accessed by the public upon written request.
Some records are not subject to release via the FOIA process; these types of records are described under section 7 of the Act (5 ILCS 140/7.5). Some records may also be subject to confidentiality provisions imposed by other state or federal statutes or court orders. The FOIA process for disclosure of information does not supersede these other applicable statutory and judicial mandates.
How to Submit a FOIA Request
Online
FOIA requests may be submitted online at [email protected]
In Person
FOIA requests may be submitted to the Civil Process Department during normal office hours.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office
101 S. Capitol St.
Pekin, IL 61554
Request Information
Include your name, address, phone number, and email. Provide the date range for the records being requested, the type of incident, the people involved, and the report number, if applicable.
Once received, the FOIA Officer will review your request and respond within 5 business days. Responses may include limited disclosure, redacted information, denial or partial denial of the request due to exemptions under the Act.
