Ohio Agency

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services

Unemployment, child welfare, Medicaid, public assistance

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Phone
614-466-6282
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Mail
ODJFS, 30 East Broad Street, 32nd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215

Legal Framework

Governing LawOhio Public Records Act
CitationORC § 149.43
Response DeadlinePrompt (reasonable time)
Est. Response Time~10 business days
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a public records request with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services?▾
You can file a request with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under ORC § 149.43 and deliver it via email, online portal, mail.
How long does ODJFS have to respond to a public records request?▾
Under ORC § 149.43, Ohio Department of Job and Family Services must respond within Prompt (reasonable time). FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.
What if ODJFS denies or ignores my request?▾
If Ohio Department of Job and Family Services denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.

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