Peoria Standard

FOIA Request to Stark County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Stark County Sheriff's Office in Illinois by a representative from Peoria Standard, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request, dated September 24, 2025, seeks comprehensive data on all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.

The information requested includes detailed data points such as the arrestee's name, sex, race, age, date of birth (DOB), and citizenship status. Additionally, the request asks for booking IDs, dates of arrest, booking photos, names of arresting officers, types of crimes committed, locations of crimes, and dates of crimes. The request emphasizes the preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.

As part of their professional responsibilities in news gathering and reporting to the public, Peoria Standard highlights the importance of access to public records for ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. The requestor also notes their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.