https://illinoisfoia.org/exemptions/7-5-v/ 2024-05-13T00:00:00Z https://illinoisfoia.org/opinions/letter-78862/ 2024-05-13T00:00:00Z

A journalist requested state-wide data on Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card holders broken down by location and year. The Illinois State Police denied the request, arguing that state law specifically prohibits the release of this information. The Attorney General's office agreed with the police, finding that the law exempts this specific data from public disclosure.

https://illinoisfoia.org/opinions/letter-80912/ 2024-05-02T00:00:00Z

A citizen requested their own FOID card records from the Illinois State Police, but the agency denied the request citing a privacy exemption. The Attorney General's office closed the case, finding no further action warranted because the exemption does not allow individuals to obtain their own FOID information through FOIA. The office noted that FOID cardholders may obtain their FOID card applications and revocation letters through the Firearms Services Bureau, and that ISP's response included in