Open Records Request
Open Records Request
Burke County is committed to transparency and follows the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A. 50-18-70 to 75).
Under Georgia’s Open Records Act, residents have the right to request access to public records maintained by the County, unless those records are exempt by law. This page provides an overview of the Open Records Act, along with guidance on how to submit a request, which types of records may be available, and the applicable timelines and procedures. Our goal is to ensure that all requests are handled promptly, accurately, and in accordance with state law.
All requests to inspect or copy public records must be submitted in writing to the designated Open Records Officer, Mrs. Anna Harley (contact information provided to the right).
The school district will endeavor to respond to all requests within three business days. In the event that a response cannot be provided within this timeframe, the Open Records Officer will promptly issue a written explanation.
If the school district withholds any requested records, the specific legal exemption under the Georgia Open Records Act will be clearly cited.
Please be advised that reasonable fees may be charged for the production of public records in accordance with the provisions of the Georgia Open Records Act.