Sparta, MI · Kent County
FOIA Affidavit of Indigency
This affidavit is for people requesting public records from the Village of Sparta who seek consideration for a fee waiver due to indigence.
What this form is
The form lets a public records requester state whether they receive public assistance or explain why they cannot pay the fee related to the request. The Village of Sparta uses the affidavit to consider a waiver of the first $20 of the fee. It also asks whether outside parties are providing payment or other remuneration for the request.
Who needs it
A person requesting public records from the Village of Sparta who seeks a fee waiver based on indigence should complete this affidavit.
How to submit it
Provide this affidavit along with your FOIA request to the Village of Sparta for consideration.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the requestor affirms the statement is true by signing and dating it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Affidavit
Download the FOIA Affidavit of Indigency.
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Complete the Form
Provide your contact information and answer the questions about public assistance, inability to pay, and outside parties.
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Sign and Date
Sign and date the affidavit to affirm that your statement is true.
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Submit with Your FOIA Request
Provide the affidavit along with your FOIA request to the Village of Sparta for consideration.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the FOIA Affidavit of Indigency?
- No. The requestor signs and dates the affidavit and affirms that the statement is true; no notary is indicated.
- How do I submit the affidavit?
- Provide the completed affidavit along with your FOIA request to the Village of Sparta for consideration.
- What information does the affidavit ask for?
- It asks for your contact information, whether you receive public assistance, facts about inability to pay if applicable, and whether outside parties are providing payment or other remuneration.
- What fee waiver does the form describe?
- The form says a requester may seek a waiver of the first $20 of the fee by submitting an affidavit stating indigence and meeting the conditions described on the form.