The Freedom of Information Act 1991 gives you a legal right to request access to documents held by state government agencies.

Several business units within the Attorney-General's Department are exempt or partially exempt from FOI. Make sure to check this list before making an application.

Making an application

Applications to access documents held by AGD must be made in writing. You can either:

• submit your request online
• complete and submit the FOI Application form (PDF, 279.0 KB)
• write a letter.

You will need to specify:

• that your application is being made under the Freedom of Information Act 1991
• the documents you want - or detail the matter they relate to
• whether the documents contain information of a personal nature
• the sort of access you would like (e.g. inspecting the document at an arranged location or having a copy made).

You will also need to include:

• the application fee (exemptions apply for Member of Parliament, pensioners or health care card holders)
• an address in Australia where the information will be sent.

You may also be asked to provide evidence of your identity.

Submitting your application

If you choose to complete the online application form, your request will be submitted automatically.

For other submissions, where you send your application will depend on the information you are asking for.

Payment options

You can pay your application fee by:

• cheque or money order (include with your application)
• credit card
• EFT.

Once your payment by EFT or credit card has been processed, you must notify the relevant area:

• Attorney-General's Department and Minister Maher - freedomofinformation@sa.gov.au
• Minister Michaels - MinisterMichaels@sa.gov.au

Processing your application will not commence until confirmation of your payment has been received.

Credit card

Pay by credit card

Enter your payment and card details and confirm the correct amount is paid to ensure your application is processed promptly.

EFT

Please include “FOI-your name” in the bank reference field.

ANZ
AGD Corporate Account
BSB: 015-101
Account No: 838539341