How to Submit a Public Information Request
Please submit public information requests for Jack County, Texas to the following PIO Portal:
Jack County Public Information Request Portal
Public Information Officer (PIO)
100 North Main Street, Suite #206
Jacksboro, TX 76458
Email: PIO [at] jackcounty.texas.gov (PIO[at]jackcounty[dot]texas[dot]gov)
Phone: 940.567.2241
Requests may be submitted by email, mail, hand delivery, or other approved written method.
How Jack County Processes Requests
- Jack County has designated a Public Information Officer (PIO) to coordinate responses to public information requests.
- Requests received by any Jack County office or employee are routed through the PIO to ensure timely and lawful compliance.
- Some information may be confidential or exempt from disclosure under Texas law.
Response Time
Jack County must provide public information promptly.
If information cannot be produced promptly, Jack County will provide a written statement of when the information will be available.
If Jack County believes the requested information may be exempted from disclosure, the County may request a ruling from the Office of the Texas Attorney General.
Cost and Charges
Charges for copies are set by the Texas Attorney General.
- If estimated charges exceed $40.00, Jack County will provide a written cost estimate before continuing.
- You may narrow or clarify your request to reduce costs.
Your Rights as a Requestor
You have the right to:
- Receive prompt access to public information;
- Receive an itemized statement of charges;
- Receive information in the requested format when available; and
- File a complaint if you believe access has been improperly denied.
Questions or Complaints
If you believe your requests has been improperly handled, you may contact:
Office of the Texas Attorney General
Open Records Division
P.O. Box 12548
Austin, Texas 78711-2548
(See the Open Government page on the Attorney General's website)
Important Notices
Destruction, removal, or alteration of public information after a request is received is prohibited by law.
Failure to comply with the Texas Public Information Act may result in civil or criminal penalties.
This notice is posted pursuant to Texas Government Code § 552.205