News
For media inquiries involving the W.Va. Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety or its component agencies, please contact:
Communications Director Lawrence Messina
(304) 558-2930
Lawrence.C.Messina@wv.gov
Freedom of Information
The West Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) declares
that “all persons are, unless otherwise expressly provided by law, entitled to
full and complete information regarding the affairs of government and the
official acts of those who represent them as public officials and employees.”
To request records available under FOIA from the W.Va. Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety:
• Please be reasonably specific regarding the information being sought;
• Please indicate whether you are requesting copies or an in-person inspection of
records. Please note that the law allows the charging of fees to cover copying
costs;
• Submit your request to:
General Counsel Thom Kirk
W.Va. Dept. of Military Affairs and Public Safety
W.Va. State Capitol
Suite W-400
Charleston, WV 25305
ATTN: FOIA Request
or by email: Thomas.L.Kirk@wv.gov