Adam Diss, Sheriff at Lasalle County Sheriff's Office | https://www.lasallecountyil.gov/
Adam Diss, Sheriff at Lasalle County Sheriff's Office | https://www.lasallecountyil.gov/
FOIA Request to Lasalle County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the Illinois Valley Times to the Lasalle County Sheriff's Office in Illinois. The request seeks comprehensive arrest records for the year 2023. Specifically, the request asks for detailed information including arrestee name, sex, race, age, date of birth, and citizenship status. Additionally, it requests booking IDs, dates of arrest, booking photos, names of arresting officers, types and locations of crimes committed, and dates of those crimes.
The Illinois Valley Times emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to delivering accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. They highlight that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of their role in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver typically available to media professionals.
The requestor also notes their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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.
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