SLED to charge for checks
From Sunshine Review
October 13, 2008
[edit] SLED to charge for checks
"In their role as the public's watchdog, reporters often request criminal background histories on suspects, people in the spotlight or candidates running for public office.
Such checks can flag shady pasts or lengthy criminal records and add important context to news stories that educate and inform the public.
But apparently, this service also is costly. At least, that's what the State Law Enforcement Division implied this week when it announced that it will stop providing courtesy copies to media outlets and will now charge $25 for each criminal background check. The agency says the move is a cost-saving measure in response to statewide budget cuts."
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