# WAC 308-10-040: WAC 308-10-040. Requests for public records

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_040

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 308-10-040
- **Heading:** WAC 308-10-040. Requests for public records
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 308 / Chapter 308-10 / Section 308-10-040

## Text

In accordance with chapter 42.56 RCW, the public may inspect or copy nonexempt public records, or obtain copies of such records.
(1) Submit a request through one of the following methods:
(a) DOL's preferred method through the department's online portal located at https://wadolpublicrecords.nextrequest.com/ ; or
(b) Email addressed to the public records officer or designee sent to recordrequests@dol.wa.gov ; or
(c) Send a written request, using the department's public records request form or a letter to P.O. Box 2957, Olympia, WA 98507-2957; or
(d) Verbally by phone or in person.
(2) DOL may request the following information before releasing certain records:
(a) The name and address of the person requesting the record.
(b) The calendar date on which the request is made.
(c) The nature of the request.
(d) A specific description of the requested record or type of record as described in the current department record index.
(e) The signature and other contact information including telephone number and any email address.
(f) If the request is for a record with legal protections, a statement of intended use may be required.
(3) Persons authorized by law to obtain lists of names of individuals from public records will be required to complete a statement agreeing not to release or use the information for commercial purposes.
(4) Requestor should indicate if they want copies of the records made instead of simply inspecting them, and arrange to pay for copies of the records under WAC 308-10-045 .
(5) The department is committed to providing the fullest assistance possible.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 308-10-005 WAC 308-10-005. Authority and purpose](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_005.md)
- [WAC 308-10-010 WAC 308-10-010. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_010.md)
- [WAC 308-10-015 WAC 308-10-015. Function — Organization — Administrative officers — General inquiries to the office](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_015.md)
- [WAC 308-10-025 WAC 308-10-025. Public records available](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_025.md)
- [WAC 308-10-030 WAC 308-10-030. Public records officer](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_030.md)
- [WAC 308-10-040 WAC 308-10-040. Requests for public records](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_040.md)
- [WAC 308-10-041 WAC 308-10-041. Processing of public records requests — General](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_041.md)
- [WAC 308-10-045 WAC 308-10-045. Costs of providing copies of public records](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_045.md)
- [WAC 308-10-055 WAC 308-10-055. Review of denials of public records](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_055.md)
- [WAC 308-10-060 WAC 308-10-060. Protection of public records](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_060.md)
- [WAC 308-10-065 WAC 308-10-065. Records index](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_065.md)
- [WAC 308-10-067 WAC 308-10-067. Public records indexing system](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_067.md)
- [WAC 308-10-075 WAC 308-10-075. Disclosure of vehicle owner information](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_308_10_075.md)

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