The usual response period is seven business days after the custodian receives a complete OPRA request. That is not a promise that every record will arrive within seven days. Commercial requests and records needing Daniel’s Law review generally have a fourteen-business-day period, with notice of the extra time within seven business days. Other exceptions include certain election records, emergencies, and some small fire districts. A custodian may also seek an extension. Check the GRC’s current guidance before calculating your deadline.

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