Request access to files under the Freedom of Information Act
Service description
The Saxony-Anhalt Information Access Act grants anyone unconditional access to official information held by the authorities of the state, the municipalities and associations of municipalities as well as other public corporations, institutions and foundations subject to the supervision of the state. Other bodies and organisations of the federal state are subject to the Act insofar as they perform administrative tasks.
Who should I contact?
The request must be addressed to the public authority that holds the requested information.
The State Commissioner for Freedom of Information advises on the application process. He can also inspect files, request a statement from the authorities, mediate, work towards a proper procedure in the event of violations and, if necessary, object to violations.
Which documents are required?
Applications can generally be submitted informally. If the request concerns third-party data, it must be justified.
What fees are incurred?
Administrative costs are charged for the implementation of the law. The amount depends on the administrative costs. Simple information is free of charge.
Legal basis
Legal remedy
An objection and an action to compel are admissible; in addition, the person concerned can turn to the Saxony-Anhalt State Commissioner for Freedom of Information as a mediator.
What else should I know?
The Access to Information Act contains several exceptional cases in which access to information can be denied or restricted under certain circumstances (e.g. personal data of third parties, trade and business secrets).
In cases of doubt, the applicant should seek advice from the competent authority or the State Commissioner for Freedom of Information.
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