Open Government Unit
Ohio's Sunshine Laws give all citizens the right to broad access to government records and meetings. To support this right, the Auditor of State (AOS) offers public records training and processes public records requests.
Ohio Sunshine Laws
Each year, the Ohio Attorney General's office publishes the Ohio Sunshine Laws, an Open Government resource manual, providing extensive information on the Ohio Public Records Act and Ohio Open Meetings Act.
Public Records Act
The Public Records Act outlines procedures for the public to request records from any public office in Ohio, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Open Meetings Act
The Open Meetings Act mandates that public officials deliberate, discuss, and conduct public business in open meetings, promoting transparency.
AOS Certified Public Records Training (CPRT)
AOS offers CPRTs, which cover the requirements of Ohio’s Sunshine Laws and are mandatory trainings for all elected officials. The trainings are also open to private citizens.
Requesting Public Records from AOS
Mail Requests
To obtain public records via traditional mail, send your request to the Auditor of State Open Government Unit at 65 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215.
For a convenient and quick way to request public records, you can send an email to OGU@ohioauditor.gov.
Online Form
By filling out this Online Request Form, you can submit your request efficiently through a user-friendly platform.
Phone
If you prefer to speak with our office directly, you may call 800‑282‑0370.