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Requester appeals because they believe DMPED misapplied DC FOIA exemption 1.
OCME denied the initial request saying release of information would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.
In initial appeal MPD did not respond when a response was provided requester believed it to be incomplete and submitted another appeal. Mayor’s office determined MPD’s response to be incomplete and MPD is ordered to provide a response within 5 days.
DDOT did not respond in time but did respond the day after the appeal was filed rendering the appeal moot and thereby dismissed.
MPD conducted an adequate search, the event date exceeds the archived period the agency is required to maintain. MPD provided all responsive records.
Initially MPD denied the request because the agency misunderstood what was being requested. MPD later realized their mistake and denied part of the request under exemption 2.
Requester seeking information beyond the scope of the DC FOIA statute. Therefore DCPS’ partial denial was affirmed.
Requester wanted records explaining why his property taxes increased and the names of all persons involved. Requester received a list of vacant properties but no names.
MPD provided all the requested documents therefore the appeal was rendered moot and thereby dismissed.
DCRA provided all the requested documents that were in the agency’s possession. Therefore the appeal was rendered moot and thereby dismissed.