Pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law (RSMo Chapter 610), I would like to [inspect or obtain a copy of] the following public records:
[Describe the records sought with enough detail for the public agency to be able to respond]
I understand that if I seek a copy of this record, there may be a copying fee. Please inform me of that cost prior to making the copy. I can be reached at [phone number].
According to the statute, this request should be acted upon as soon as possible, but in no event later than the third business day following receipt of this letter. If access to the records I requested is going to take longer, please contact me so we can work out a reasonable date.
If you choose to deny the request, then you are required to respond in writing and state the statutory exception authorizing the withholding of all or part of the public record and the name and title or position of the person responsible for the denial.
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(Agency head)
(Agency)
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Dear Public Official or Agency:
Pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law (RSMo Chapter 610), I would like to [inspect or obtain a copy of] the following public records:
[Describe the records sought with enough detail for the public agency to be able to respond]
I understand that if I seek a copy of this record, there may be a copying fee. Please inform me of that cost prior to making the copy. I can be reached at [phone number].
According to the statute, this request should be acted upon as soon as possible, but in no event later than the third business day following receipt of this letter. If access to the records I requested is going to take longer, please contact me so we can work out a reasonable date.
If you choose to deny the request, then you are required to respond in writing and state the statutory exception authorizing the withholding of all or part of the public record and the name and title or position of the person responsible for the denial.
Thank you for your assistance on this matter.
Respectfully,
(Your name)
(City, State, Zip)
(Telephone Number)
(Fax number)