The New Jersey Open Public Records Act establishes a process for citizens to make formal requests for government records. The Act defines what a government record is and the mechanism and time
frame for requesting it.
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The following are considered Public Records under OPRA:
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Printed Documents such as agendas, minutes, budget worksheets and presentations, contracts, bills, vouchers
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Handwritten Documents
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Books, Maps and Photographs
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Tape and Video Recordings
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Computer Records and E-Mail
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Electronically Stored Information
EXCEPTIONS
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Where a record does not exist and one must be created to respond to a request.
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Information that would jeopardize security.
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If the record is electronic, the municipality is not obligated to provide the software to view the record.
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Personal Information such as social security number, driver licence number, unlisted phone number
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Public Defender files