FOIA Request to Union County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
The NE New Mexico News has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Union County Sheriff’s Office in New Mexico. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting new applicants. This request was made under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, 14-2-1 NMSA 1978 et seq., with a preference for receiving the documents in electronic format.
The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records as part of the media’s role in gathering and reporting news to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. The requester also mentioned eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: 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.
