216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-10-05-1.3

Current through November 7, 2024

Section 216-RICR-10-05-1.3 - General Provisions

1.3.1Public Records Policy

The Department recognizes both the public's right to access public records and the individual's right to dignity and privacy. It is the Department's policy to facilitate public access to all public records as defined in accordance with the Act. It is also the policy of the Department to make all public records in the Department's possession available for public inspection and copying consistent with applicable state or federal law, unless otherwise prohibited by a court of competent jurisdiction.

1.3.2Exclusions

A. Categories of records specifically excluded pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 38-2-2(4) shall not be deemed public records for the purpose of these Regulations.

B. Treatment of segregable portions of public records is pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 38-2-3(b).

1.3.3Non-applicability

Records requested by subpoena or a government oversight committee are not considered requests "for access to public records." Therefore, this Part is not applicable to those requests.

216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-10-05-1.3