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SUMMARY:Advanced FOIA - St Clair
DESCRIPTION:*Prerequisite Basic FOIA Class* \nThis is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \n  \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/advanced-foia-st-clair/
LOCATION:St Clair Police\, 547 Carney Drive\, St Clair\, MI\, 48079\, United States
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SUMMARY:Basic FOIA - Harbor Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is not just another FOIA class. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, the recently retired Manager and FOIA Coordinator for the Transparency and Accountability Division of the Michigan State Police.  The course will: \n\nIntroduce the students to an overview of the Act.\nDefine “public record” and “public body”.\nIntroduce the students to processing of FOIA requests\, fees\, exemptions\, rights of requestors.\nPresent model response statements\, forms\, and case studies.\nCover reports\, UD10’s\, and video requests.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/basic-foia-harbor-beach/
LOCATION:City of Harbor Beach\, 766 State Street\, Harbor Beach\, MI\, 48441\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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SUMMARY:Advanced FOIA - Hillsdale
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n Understand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\, \n Understand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception. \n Understand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request. \n Be able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester. \nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D.. Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan. She has taught for many years. She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com \nOr www.therossowgroup.com
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/advanced-foia-hillsdale/
LOCATION:Hillsdale City Hall\, 97 N. Broad St.\, Hillsdale\, 49242
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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SUMMARY:Basic FOIA - Kentwood
DESCRIPTION:This is not just another FOIA class. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, the recently retired Manager and FOIA Coordinator for the Transparency and Accountability Division of the Michigan State Police.  The course will: \n\nIntroduce the students to an overview of the Act.\nDefine “public record” and “public body”.\nIntroduce the students to processing of FOIA requests\, fees\, exemptions\, rights of requestors.\nPresent model response statements\, forms\, and case studies.\nCover reports\, UD10’s\, and video requests.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.   She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com \nCall for more information and to learn what others have to say about the course.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/basic-foia-kentwood/
LOCATION:Kentwood Justice Center\, 4742 Walma Ave\, SE\, Kentwood\, MI\, 49512\, United States
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