Request Information - FOIA

It is the policy of Livingston County that all persons, except those incarcerated, consistent with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), are entitled to full and complete information regarding the affairs of government and the official acts of those who represent them as public officials and employees. The people shall be informed so that they fully participate in the democratic process.

The County’s policy with respect to FOIA requests is to comply with State law in all respects and to respond to FOIA requests in a consistent, fair, and even-handed manner regardless of who makes such a request.

The County acknowledges that it has a legal obligation to disclose all nonexempt public records in its possession pursuant to a FOIA request.  The County acknowledges that sometimes it is necessary to invoke the exemptions identified under FOIA in order to ensure the effective operation of government and to protect the privacy of individuals.

Livingston County will protect the public's interest in disclosure, while balancing the requirement to withhold or redact portions of certain records. The County’s policy is to disclose public records consistent with and in compliance with State law.

Note:  The Livingston County Courts, as well as the County Clerk and Employees when acting as the Clerk of the Circuit Court, are Exempt from requests for information made under FOIA.

FOIA Procedure Documents:

Livingston County FOIA Procedures and Guidelines

Livingston County FOIA Policy

Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

Forms:

FOIA Request Form

FOIA Appeal of Denial of Records

FOIA Appeal of Excess Fee