Access Aps Records Appeal

Summary

Aps records are generally confidential under rcw 74.34.095, but disclosure is allowed for appeals under wac 388-103-0170. As the subject of the finding, you have the right to review evidence used in the aps decision. If denied, you can appeal under wac 388-01-130. Document your arguments clearly, emphasizing how your request aligns with rcw 74.34.095(2). Consult legal advice if needed.

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i believe i did or intended to
It seems you are navigating the process of obtaining APS records for an appeal. If you've filed or intended to file a formal request under WAC *-*-*, you may want to confirm whether it was submitted and if APS has responded. Have you received any response or acknowledgment from APS regarding your request?
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It seems like you're in the process of addressing a record disclosure issue with APS in Washington. If APS has not responded to your request, you may consider following up with them in writing. Reminder: under WAC *-*-*, they are required to provide access to records for appeal purposes. Have you followed up with APS?
i think i need to
It seems you may need to follow up with Adult Protective Services (APS) in writing to confirm the status of your records request under WAC *-*-*. Include details about your original request and reference your right to review records for an appeal. Do you need guidance on drafting this follow-up?
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To draft your follow-up letter to APS regarding your records request under WAC *-*-*, you can include the following key points:
- Your original request details (e.g., date, subject).
- Reference WAC *-*-* and your right to review records for appeal purposes.
- Request confirmation of the status of your request and a timeline for response.
Would you like a sample template for this letter?
yes
Here’s a sample template for your follow-up letter to APS regarding your records request under WAC *-*-*:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Date]
Adult Protective Services (APS)
[APS Address]
Subject: Follow-Up on Records Request under WAC *-*-*
Dear [APS Contact Name or "To Whom It May Concern"],
I am writing to follow up on my records request submitted on [date of original request], regarding the disclosure of evidence and records used in the APS finding against me.
As per WAC *-*-*, I have the right to review these records for appeal purposes. My request aligns with RCW *.*.*(*), which permits disclosure for the purposes of appeals under Chapter *.* RCW.
I kindly request an update regarding the status of my original request. Please confirm whether my request has been processed and provide a timeline for when I can expect to receive the requested records.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. Should you need additional information, feel free to contact me at [your phone
Per the denial letter, pursuant to RCW *.*.*(*), all APS records held by DSHS are confidential and are not subject to disclosure. To release any APS records, the request must be consistent with the purposes of Ch. *.* RCW (RCW *.*.*(*)), or a court order must be received authorizing disclosure of confidential records (RCW *.*.*(*)). If you need assistance with the required language needed for the court order you can contact our AAG Courtney Lyon at courtney.lyon@atg.wa.gov. If you disagree with this denial of your public disclosure request, you may ask for review under WAC *-*-*. You may ask for review under WAC *-*-*(*) by writing to: Robert Rocha, APS Public Records Appeals Officer, HCLA-APS Public Records, PO Box *, Olympia, WA *–*.
It seems you are dealing with a denial of your request for APS records. You may appeal this denial under WAC *-*-*. Have you considered writing to the APS Public Records Appeals Officer, Robert Rocha, as mentioned in the denial letter? Let me know if you need guidance drafting your appeal.
shouldt i create a record that they are misapplying the statue and my request is consistent with rcq7434 nc i am the subject of the alleged finding and i need reecords for hearing they are pretending that my request is not consistent but it is
It may be helpful to document your arguments that APS is misapplying RCW *.*.* and WAC *-*-*. This ensures clarity in your appeal process. Have you prepared a written response or appeal highlighting how your request aligns with RCW *.*.*(*) for the appeals process?
yes that is why i think i should draft this back
It sounds like you are drafting a response to argue that APS is misapplying RCW *.*.* and WAC *-*-*. To strengthen your argument, ensure you:
- Clearly state you are the subject of the alleged finding.
- Reference WAC *-*-* supporting your right to records for appeal.
- Highlight how your request aligns with RCW *.*.*(*) for appeal purposes.
- Emphasize that APS is misinterpreting the statute.
Would you like assistance drafting this response?
yes
Here’s a sample response template for your situation:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Date]
Adult Protective Services (APS)
[APS Address]
Subject: Response to Denial of Records Request under WAC *-*-*
Dear [APS Contact Name or "To Whom It May Concern"],
I am writing in response to the denial of my request for records under RCW *.*.* and WAC *-*-*. As the subject of the alleged finding, I am entitled to access the records and evidence relied upon in the APS finding against me, as required for due process in an appeal proceeding.
Under WAC *-*-*, I have the right to review these records to ensure my ability to adequately challenge the APS finding. Additionally, RCW *.*.*(*) explicitly permits disclosure of records when it aligns with the purposes of Chapter *.* RCW, which includes appeals of APS findings.
Your interpretation that my request is inconsistent with RCW *.*.* is incorrect. My request directly supports the purposes of Chapter *.* RCW.