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Subject: Comprehensive Guide on Requesting Your FBI Files in New York [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 Re: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request — Requesting My FBI Files in New York Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally request access to my FBI files under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), specifically § 552. I kindly request that you provide me with all documents, records, and information maintained by the FBI related to myself. I was a resident of New York City between [date range], and I believe there might be files or records related to my activities during this period. Furthermore, I sincerely hope that this request will shed light on any data the FBI may have collected on me and enhance my understanding of the investigative processes involved during that time. To facilitate your thorough search, I provide the following information: 1. Full Name: [Your Full Name, including any aliases or previous names] 2. Birth Date: [Your Date of Birth] 3. Social Security Number: [Your SSN, if known] 4. Address during the period in question: [Your Address/BS in New York] 5. Contact Details: [Your Current Contact Details, including email address and phone number] 6. Additional Identifying Information, if available: [Any available additional details that may assist in locating your records] Please note that this is not a blanket request; I aim to access all records solely related to myself and my activities. As such, I am not requesting documents classified as exempt from disclosure under the FOIA, such as documents containing classified information regarding other individuals or ongoing investigations. In accordance with the FOIA guidelines, I understand that there may be fees associated with processing my request. If applicable, I request that you provide me with an estimate of these fees before proceeding with the request. I am prepared to pay reasonable fees for document duplication and search efforts. Please notify me promptly regarding the status of this request, either through email or mail, as per your standard procedures. I understand that the FOIA requires agencies to respond within 20 business days, and I kindly request that you adhere to these timeframes whenever possible. Should you require any additional information to facilitate the processing of my request, please do not hesitate to contact me using the provided contact details. Thank you for your assistance in this matter. Your attention and prompt action on this request are greatly appreciated. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] — [Your Signature] Enclosures: 1. Photocopy of government-issued identification (e.g., driver's license, passport) 2. Any additional supporting documents or information.
Subject: Comprehensive Guide on Requesting Your FBI Files in New York [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 Re: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request — Requesting My FBI Files in New York Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally request access to my FBI files under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), specifically § 552. I kindly request that you provide me with all documents, records, and information maintained by the FBI related to myself. I was a resident of New York City between [date range], and I believe there might be files or records related to my activities during this period. Furthermore, I sincerely hope that this request will shed light on any data the FBI may have collected on me and enhance my understanding of the investigative processes involved during that time. To facilitate your thorough search, I provide the following information: 1. Full Name: [Your Full Name, including any aliases or previous names] 2. Birth Date: [Your Date of Birth] 3. Social Security Number: [Your SSN, if known] 4. Address during the period in question: [Your Address/BS in New York] 5. Contact Details: [Your Current Contact Details, including email address and phone number] 6. Additional Identifying Information, if available: [Any available additional details that may assist in locating your records] Please note that this is not a blanket request; I aim to access all records solely related to myself and my activities. As such, I am not requesting documents classified as exempt from disclosure under the FOIA, such as documents containing classified information regarding other individuals or ongoing investigations. In accordance with the FOIA guidelines, I understand that there may be fees associated with processing my request. If applicable, I request that you provide me with an estimate of these fees before proceeding with the request. I am prepared to pay reasonable fees for document duplication and search efforts. Please notify me promptly regarding the status of this request, either through email or mail, as per your standard procedures. I understand that the FOIA requires agencies to respond within 20 business days, and I kindly request that you adhere to these timeframes whenever possible. Should you require any additional information to facilitate the processing of my request, please do not hesitate to contact me using the provided contact details. Thank you for your assistance in this matter. Your attention and prompt action on this request are greatly appreciated. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] — [Your Signature] Enclosures: 1. Photocopy of government-issued identification (e.g., driver's license, passport) 2. Any additional supporting documents or information.