FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) Exemptions

FOIA Exemptions are specific categories of information that agencies can withhold from public disclosure to protect interests like national security, privacy, or law enforcement. For example, some records are classified to safeguard security, personal data is protected to respect privacy, and ongoing investigations are kept confidential to maintain integrity. These exemptions ensure transparency is balanced with necessary safeguards, allowing agencies to withhold certain information without violating the right to access public records.