Fifer.Net - FOIA

The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

As a member of the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council, and the secretary of the Virginia Coalition for Open Government, I am often asked to speak about the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). I update these presentations online each time I give them in person.

General Presentation (PowerPoint) (Interactive Prezi)
(last given at the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership, July 14, 2012)

Focus on Criminal Records Provisions
(last given at the University of Virginia School of Law, Oct. 25, 2011)

Opinions expressed in these presentations are purely my own, and are not necessarily those of any other organization with which I am affiliated. I am not an attorney. These presentations are intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. They are not a comprehensive summary or restatement of the law. I believe all the information is accurate, but I do not warrant it for any specific purpose or situation. These presentations are © Copyright 1996-2012 by Craig T. Fifer. Nonprofit reproduction and distribution of an entire intact presentation is permitted. All other use requires the written permission of the author.

I hope this information is useful to you. Please e-mail me at craig@fifer.net with your questions or comments.