FOIA Request to Treasure County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Treasure County Sheriff’s Office in Montana on July 29, 2025. The request seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting applicants to the sheriff’s office. This request is made under the Montana Public Records Act § 2-6-1001 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The request was made by Southeast Montana News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of their journalistic responsibilities, they aim to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency by accessing public records. In line with this role, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This organization supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on 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.
