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In the State of Washington, laws exist to ensure that government is open
and that the public has a right to access appropriate records and
information possessed by the government. At the same time, there are
exceptions to the public’s right to access public records that serve
various needs including the privacy of individuals. Both state and
federal laws provide exceptions. All information collected at this site
becomes public record that may be subject to inspection and copying by
the public, unless an exemption in law exists. RCW 42.56.070 states
that:
Each
agency, in accordance with published rules, shall make available for
public inspection and copying all public records, unless the record
falls within the specific exemptions of the Public Records Act or other
statute which exempts or prohibits disclosure of specific information or
records.
In the
event of a conflict between this Privacy Notice and the Public Records
Act or other law governing the agency's disclosure of records, the
Public Records Act or other applicable law will control.
To the
extent required to prevent an unreasonable invasion of personal privacy
interests protected by Chapter 42.56 RCW, an agency shall delete
identifying details in a manner consistent with Chapter 42.56 RCW when
it makes available or publishes any public record; however, the
justification for the deletion shall be explained fully in writing.
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