Accessing Florida state records and public information is easier than ever, thanks to state laws and records management improvements.All anyone needs is a name and an internet connection, and they can find state criminal records and other vital information with just one click.In addition to using online public records search tools, every Florida agency offers easy to follow steps for finding state records. This guide outlines how to access them quickly and easily.Florida State Laws & Public RecordsFlorida has two Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) laws: the Florida Open Meetings Law and the Florida Sunshine Law.The Florida Open Meetings Law says that any meeting held by a government body is open to the public. The Florida Sunshine Law, enacted in 1995, grants Florida residents unrestricted access to public records like photos, documents, and books.1When considering these laws, some private agencies offer a service that allows others to find the public records they need, and people benef...
