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Under Oregon's Public Records Law, ?every person? has a right to inspect any nonexempt public record of a public body in Oregon. [1] This right extends to any natural person, any corporation, partnership, firm or association, and any member or committee of the Legislative Assembly.

How do I request a public record? You must make a public records request to the government agency or official who has or controls the record. You may submit your request in writing, including email. All public bodies in Oregon must have a written procedure for making public records requests.

Oregon statutes allow anyone the right to inspect any public record that is not exempt from disclosure, regardless of requester's intent. A request under the Federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is fulfilled under Oregon public records law; however, FOIA time frames and provisions don't apply.

There are several ways to request public records: Submit a request online (recommended) Email public.records@boli.oregon.gov. Call 971-245-3844 (option 5) Mail a request to our Portland office: 800 NE Oregon St. #1045 Portland, OR 97232.

On its face, Oregon's public records law sounds simple. It applies to all government records and writings. The public body must consider each request for records on a case-by-case basis. The law favors disclosure as the rule, and agencies have the burden of proving an exemption allows them to withhold information.

On its face, Oregon's public records law sounds simple. It applies to all government records and writings. The public body must consider each request for records on a case-by-case basis. The law favors disclosure as the rule, and agencies have the burden of proving an exemption allows them to withhold information.