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Laws & Resources

A Journalist's Guide to the Internet
A general resource directory created by journalist Christophere Callahan, which explains how journalists can maximize their internet efficiency.

New Mexico Foundation for Open Government
Known simply as "FOG," to most of us, this is the place to turn when having problems with accessing public documents, for help in interpreting the state's public records law, or to simply keep up on developments in the battle for transparency.

New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act
Here is the complete PDF of the law that governs public records in the state, with a list of documents that aren't public, as well as the guidelines governing public employees who are charged with administering the law.

Public Online
A new website from the Sunlight Foundation aimed at creating greater transparency in government.

Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press: FOI Letter Generator
A step-by-step information request generator for federal and state jurisdictions.

Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press :: New Mexico Open Government Guide
An online textbook that explains the rules, rights and responsibilities within New Mexico's Open Records and Open Meetings acts.

Santa Fe, NM - Official Website - Request for Public Records
A link to download the city's public information request form.

Student Press Law Center's Open Records Letter Generator
Similar to RCFP's generator, this site is a fully automated program for generating state open records letters

The Journalist's Toolbox - American Press Institute
A revamped site that includes social media links to help journalists.

WikiFOIA
A Wikisite where users contribute tips and discoveries related to FOIA.