Are there penalties for failing to inspect or pay for copies of public records?
Yes. If a person makes two (2) or more requests ...
Is a records custodian required to answer questions or provide information?
No. The Tennessee Public Records Act does not require that ...
May a records custodian ask a requester why certain records are being requested?
Generally, no. The Tennessee Public Records Act does not distinguish ...
May a governmental entity supervise an individual who is inspecting public records?
Yes, as long as the purpose of having the staff ...
Does a citizen have the right to bring personal copying equipment to make copies of public records?
The Tennessee Public Records Act grants a person the right ...
Is a requestor required to retrieve copies of public records in person?
No. An individual cannot be required to make a request ...
Is a records custodian required to produce requested records immediately?
If records are readily available, they should be provided promptly. ...
Is there a charge to inspect or copy electronic public records?
As with requests to inspect physical public records, a governmental ...
What if I disagree with the estimate of costs?
If a requestor believes the estimate of costs is unreasonable, ...
