Hancock, WI · Waushara County
FOIA Affidavit of Indigence
This affidavit supports a request to waive the first $20 processing fee for a City of Hancock FOIA records request by a requester who meets the stated financial or public-assistance conditions.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The form asks the requester to identify the records request and affirm under penalty of perjury that it is not being made in exchange for payment or other remuneration. The requester also indicates whether they receive public assistance or cannot pay, then submits the affidavit with the FOIA request to seek a waiver of the first $20 processing fee. The form identifies an address outside Wisconsin, so verify that it is the correct document for your request.
Who needs it
A person requesting City of Hancock records who seeks a waiver of the first $20 processing fee and meets one of the form’s stated eligibility conditions may need this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment block, and the requester signs before the notary, who completes the acknowledgment, signature, printed name, and commission-expiration details.
How to get this notarized
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Download The Form
Download the City of Hancock FOIA Affidavit of Indigence and check that it is the correct form for your records request.
- 2
Fill In Your Details
Enter the request date and records information, then indicate the financial or public-assistance condition that applies.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Confirm the receiving office accepts online notarization, then book a commissioned online notary if appropriate.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign during the online session so the acknowledgment can be completed.
- 5
Submit To The City
Return the completed affidavit to the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator as directed by the city.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hancock. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- What does this affidavit request?
- It supports a request to waive the first $20 processing fee for a FOIA records request, based on the financial or public-assistance conditions stated on the form.
- How do I submit the affidavit?
- The form directs you to return it to the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator. Check the city’s current instructions before submitting it with your records request.
- Do I need to sign in front of a notary?
- The form includes an acknowledgment block for a notary and asks for the requester’s signature. Confirm the receiving office’s notarization requirements before signing.
- Can I use online notarization for this form?
- Wisconsin authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary, but acceptance depends on the receiving office. This form lists an address outside Wisconsin; confirm with the city or village if unsure.