In accordance with the Public Records Act, NJDEP makes available its public records through formal requests to the Department's Office of Records Custodian. Requests may be submitted in writing by submitting a paper "records request form" or by completing the online form below.

Prior to submitting a request, it is recommended that you first take advantage of the records resources DEP currently offers on its web site, a listing of which is available on the NJDEP OPRA Home Page. Also, please read "Your Rights Under OPRA", which outlines the requirements and conditions of NJ OPRA.

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:1D-3.2, the items below that are marked by a * are required for requesting Department records. By attempting to complete as many of the other form fields as possible, you will expedite your request and enable the Department to more precisely satisfy the request.