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California Public Records Act Requests

General Authority

It is the policy of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to make records requested by the public promptly available in accordance with the laws governing disclosure of records and information to the public.
In general, all records in the possession of a state agency are public records subject to disclosure, unless a law provides that a particular kind of record or information is not a public record or is exempt or prohibited from disclosure.

California laws governing the release of records and information to the public by state agencies include:

• The California Public Records Act (Government Code Section 7920.000 et seq.), and
• The Information Practices Act (Civil Code Section 1798 et seq.).

CalRecycle regulations governing the release of records and information to the public are found in:

• Title 14, Division 2, Chapter 5, Subchapter 2, Article 4, and
• Title 14, Division 7, Chapter 1, Article 4 of the California Code of Regulations.

How to Make a Request

CalRecycle's records are available for public review as provided under Government Code section 7920.000 et seq. of the Public Records Act.

You may request copies of public records, or make an appointment to review them at CalRecycle's offices, through our CalRecycle Public Records Portal.

If you are experiencing any difficulty with our Public Portal, please contact us at GovQAassistance@calrecycle.ca.gov.