Whitfield County, GA · Whitfield County

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Open Records Request Form

Whitfield County residents and other requesters use this form to identify public records they want to inspect or obtain copies of.

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City of Whitfield County · Whitfield County, Whitfield County, Georgia
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Not required: file this form without a notary.
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whitfieldcountyga.com
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What this form is

This form lets a requester ask the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners to inspect or provide copies of public records. It asks for contact information, the type of request, and a description of the records sought, with options including court records, meeting minutes, financial records, and audio recordings. The form explains that availability and costs will be communicated after the request is received.

Who needs it

Anyone requesting to inspect or obtain copies of records from the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners can use this form.

How to submit it

Send the completed form to the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners, P.O. Box 248, Dalton, GA 30722; the form also lists a telephone number, fax number, and county website.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Form

    Download the Whitfield County Open Records Request Form.

  2. 2

    Complete the Request

    Enter your contact information, select the request type, and identify the records you want.

  3. 3

    Sign and Date

    Review the notice and fees, then sign and date the form.

  4. 4

    Submit to the County

    Send the completed form to the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Open Records Request Form?
No. The form calls for a signature and date, but it has no notary block and identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Open Records Request Form?
Send the completed form to the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners at P.O. Box 248, Dalton, GA 30722.
What information does the form ask for?
It asks for your contact details, the type of request, and the specific records you are requesting. Request options include viewing information or obtaining copies.
When will I hear about my request?
The form says you will be notified within three business days whether the requested information is available for inspection or copying and about associated costs.

Need something notarized?

This Open Records Request Form doesn’t need a notary, but if you have another Whitfield County form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.