Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Privacy Exemptions topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Board asks whether licensees are notified about public-records requests; agency explains limited third‑party notice and typical redactions
Summary
Board member Garrett asked whether licensees are notified when someone requests their records; Samina Mays said notice is not automatic under the PRA, a narrow third‑party notice can be used and financial data (SSNs, account and routing numbers, some amounts) are typically redacted.
Board member Garrett asked how the agency handles requests that target a licensee and whether the licensee is notified. Samina Mays replied that the Public Records Act does not require automatic notification; instead, a narrow third‑party‑notice statute is used only when staff believe an exemption might apply and a subject should be given the chance to seek protection.
"They're not automatically notified. There is a specific statute that's for third‑party notice... but it's usually only used if we believe... another exception might apply," Mays said. Garrett followed up about financial information; Mays and other staff said Social Security numbers, account and routing numbers and source‑of‑fund details are exempted or redacted. Mays noted purchase prices are no longer routinely redacted after agency consultation with the Attorney General.
The board discussed internal review and appeals: Mays said internal review procedures exist, AAGs (Assistant Attorneys General) often review redaction disputes and, if the requester is not satisfied after internal review, they can pursue further remedies including judicial review.
