Lists of civil lawsuits brought against Jacksonville PD
| Submitted | Sept. 2, 2014 |
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From: Todd Feathers
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to Florida's Sunshine Law (Fla. Stat. secs. 119.01 to 119.15 (1995)), I hereby request the following records:
Copies of all reports, lists, databases, or individual documents created or updated since Jan. 1, 2009 by the Office of General Counsel that detail lawsuits brought against the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. This should include any documentation mechanism your office uses to track lawsuits. It should also include any documents that your office submits to local, state, or federal agencies listing the number and/or status of lawsuits brought against the Sherrif's Office.
This request should be construed to include documents compiled quarterly, annually, or in other increments as well as documents or databases that contain responsive information over a longer time span.
I request that all fees be waived for this request because I am a journalist -- employed by the Boston Globe and MuckRock -- and intend to use the requested information to educate the public.
I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I would request your response within ten (10) business days.
Sincerely,
Todd Feathers
From: Todd Feathers
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to Florida's Sunshine Law (Fla. Stat. secs. 119.01 to 119.15 (1995)), I hereby request the following records:
Copies of all reports, lists, databases, or individual documents created or updated since Jan. 1, 2009 by the Office of General Counsel that detail lawsuits brought against the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. This should include any documentation mechanism your office uses to track lawsuits. It should also include any documents that your office submits to local, state, or federal agencies listing the number and/or status of lawsuits brought against the Sherrif's Office.
This request should be construed to include documents compiled quarterly, annually, or in other increments as well as documents or databases that contain responsive information over a longer time span.
I request that all fees be waived for this request because I am a journalist -- employed by the Boston Globe and MuckRock -- and intend to use the requested information to educate the public.
I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I would request your response within ten (10) business days.
Sincerely,
Todd Feathers
From: Foote, Martha
Thank you for contacting the City of Jacksonville. Your public records request has been received and is being processed. Charges for copying as well as research may apply depending on the work required to retrieve the records. You will be notified if any charges are applicable.
We will work efficiently to complete your request. I am not certain that it can be completed in 10 days as you requested.
Thank you.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me.
Martha Foote
Public Records Request
904-630-7678 Phone
904-255-4968 Fax
mfoote@coj.net<mailto:mfoote@coj.net>
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Please note that under Florida's very broad public records law, e-mail communications to and from city officials are subject to public disclosure.
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From: Foote, Martha
Mr. Feathers
Please see the response from our OGC (Office of General Counsel) concerning your request.
As framed, details about "lawsuits brought against JSO" could include a multitude of matters, such as torts (false arrest, excessive force), EEOC matters, employment matters, lawsuits by vendors, etc., and could take many hours and cost thousands of dollars. Is it possible that you can contact the requestor and ask that he narrow his request, if this is his intent?
Thank you.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me.
Martha Foote
Public Records Request
904-630-7678 Phone
904-255-4968 Fax
mfoote@coj.net
From: Foote, Martha
Also, please send a telephone # where we might reach you.
Thank you.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me.
Martha Foote
Public Records Request
904-630-7678 Phone
904-255-4968 Fax
mfoote@coj.net
Please note that under Florida's very broad public records law, e-mail communications to and from city officials are subject to public disclosure.
From: Todd Feathers
Martha,
I am most interested in torts and civil rights cases, so if it's easier please do limit your search to those two areas. I am the original requester and you can reach me at 608-698-5806.
Thanks so much for your help, and I really do appreciate you reaching out for clarification. I wouldn't want to waste your time any more than I absolutely have to.
Best,
Tod Feathers
From: Foote, Martha
Mr. Feathers
On September 3 I asked if you could narrow your request for the following reason which came from our Office of General Counsel (OGC):
As framed, details about "lawsuits brought against JSO" could include a multitude of matters, such as torts (false arrest, excessive force), EEOC matters, employment matters, lawsuits by vendors, etc., and could take many hours and cost thousands of dollars. Is it possible that you can contact the requestor and ask that he narrow his request, if this is his intent?
Please respond as quickly as possible so that we can proceed with your request if this is your decision.
Thank you.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me.
Martha Foote
Public Records Request
904-630-7678 Phone
904-255-4968 Fax
mfoote@coj.net<mailto:mfoote@coj.net>
[Description: Description: cojcity]
Please note that under Florida's very broad public records law, e-mail communications to and from city officials are subject to public disclosure.
________________________________
Connect with Mayor Brown and the City of Jacksonville!
[Facebook]<http://www.facebook.com/cityofjacksonville> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/#!/cityofjax> [YouTube] <http://www.youtube.com/user/CityofJax?feature=mhee> [Flickr] @@http://www.flickr.com/photos/34206377@N08/sets/@@ [Blog] <http://www.coj.net/Mayor/blog.aspx> [Google] <https://plus.google.com/+cityofjacksonville/posts>
For general information, contact 630-CITY (2489)<http://630city.coj.net/>.
View our calendar<http://www.coj.net/All-of-COJ/Upcoming-Events.aspx>, sign up for newsletters<http://www.coj.net/Welcome/Featured-Newsletters.aspx> or learn about volunteer opportunities<http://www.coj.net/Departments/Central-Operations/Human-Resources/Volunteer-Services.aspx>.
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From: Todd Feathers
Martha,
Looks like my answer to your request for clarification got lost somehow. Below is the message I sent on Sep. 3.
Martha,
I am most interested in torts and civil rights cases, so if it's easier please do limit your search to those two areas. I am the original requester and you can reach me at 608-698-5806.
Thanks so much for your help, and I really do appreciate you reaching out for clarification. I wouldn't want to waste your time any more than I absolutely have to.
Best,
Tod Feathers
From: Foote, Martha
Mr. Feathers
Our office does not report any data to local, state, or federal agencies listing the number and/or status of lawsuits brought against the Sheriff's Office.
Since we were able to obtain this information easily, there will be no charge.
Thank you.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me.
Martha Foote
Public Records Request
904-630-7678 Phone
904-255-4968 Fax
mfoote@coj.net
Please note that under Florida's very broad public records law, e-mail communications to and from city officials are subject to public disclosure.
