[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] Federal Bureau of Investigation Records/Information Dissemination Section 170 Marcel Drive Winchester, VA 22602-4843 Subject: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request for My FBI Files Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing this letter under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, to formally request access to my FBI files. As a law-abiding citizen, I believe it is my right to access and review any records the FBI may possess concerning me. [Type 1: Standard Request] First and foremost, I kindly request a copy of my complete FBI file in its entirety. This includes any documents, reports, memos, notes, or any other information that the FBI has compiled about me during its investigative activities. Please provide these records in both physical and electronic formats, if possible. [Type 2: Expedited Request] In addition to the standard request, I would like to expedite the processing of this request due to an immediate need for the information. I am facing a time-sensitive situation and would greatly appreciate your prompt response. Please consider this request under the circumstances of 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(E)(v). To assist you in processing and locating my records efficiently, please find the following details pertaining to my personal information: 1. Full Name: [Your Full Name] 2. Date of Birth: [Your Date of Birth] 3. Social Security Number: [Your SSN] (optional, but can help expedite the search) 4. Current Address: [Your Current Address] 5. Previous Addresses (if applicable): [List any previous addresses] If my request exceeds the statutory fee limit, which is $25, kindly inform me in advance. I am willing to pay additional reasonable fees associated with this request, but please notify me beforehand regarding the estimated costs. To verify my identity and establish my rights to access this information, I have enclosed a copy of my Government-issued identification card (such as driver's license or passport) and a completed Privacy Act Statement (Form DOJ-361). Please let me know if any additional information or documentation is required. I understand there might be exemptions to the release of certain information. However, I request that any withholding or redactions be kept to a minimum, and that I receive a detailed explanation for any withheld material to ensure transparency throughout this process. I request that you respond to this FOIA request within the statutory 20 business days, as specified in 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(A)(i). If for any reason my request cannot be fulfilled within this timeframe, please provide me with an estimated completion date and the reason for the delay. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving my FBI files and appreciate your timely response. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] Federal Bureau of Investigation Records/Information Dissemination Section 170 Marcel Drive Winchester, VA 22602-4843 Subject: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request for My FBI Files Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing this letter under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, to formally request access to my FBI files. As a law-abiding citizen, I believe it is my right to access and review any records the FBI may possess concerning me. [Type 1: Standard Request] First and foremost, I kindly request a copy of my complete FBI file in its entirety. This includes any documents, reports, memos, notes, or any other information that the FBI has compiled about me during its investigative activities. Please provide these records in both physical and electronic formats, if possible. [Type 2: Expedited Request] In addition to the standard request, I would like to expedite the processing of this request due to an immediate need for the information. I am facing a time-sensitive situation and would greatly appreciate your prompt response. Please consider this request under the circumstances of 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(E)(v). To assist you in processing and locating my records efficiently, please find the following details pertaining to my personal information: 1. Full Name: [Your Full Name] 2. Date of Birth: [Your Date of Birth] 3. Social Security Number: [Your SSN] (optional, but can help expedite the search) 4. Current Address: [Your Current Address] 5. Previous Addresses (if applicable): [List any previous addresses] If my request exceeds the statutory fee limit, which is $25, kindly inform me in advance. I am willing to pay additional reasonable fees associated with this request, but please notify me beforehand regarding the estimated costs. To verify my identity and establish my rights to access this information, I have enclosed a copy of my Government-issued identification card (such as driver's license or passport) and a completed Privacy Act Statement (Form DOJ-361). Please let me know if any additional information or documentation is required. I understand there might be exemptions to the release of certain information. However, I request that any withholding or redactions be kept to a minimum, and that I receive a detailed explanation for any withheld material to ensure transparency throughout this process. I request that you respond to this FOIA request within the statutory 20 business days, as specified in 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(A)(i). If for any reason my request cannot be fulfilled within this timeframe, please provide me with an estimated completion date and the reason for the delay. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving my FBI files and appreciate your timely response. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]
