FOIA Request to McKinley County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A request for public records was sent to the McKinley County Sheriff’s Office by WC New Mexico News. The request seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, 14-2-1 NMSA 1978 et seq. The media organization has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The request highlights the importance of access to public records for media professionals, emphasizing their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. WC New Mexico News is seeking a fee waiver based on its status as a media organization. Additionally, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that aids news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
For more information about The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, please visit their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
