Because of the U.S. Freedom of Information Act, information such as court documents, police arrest records, marriage certificates, and more are all available for the public to find, study, and obtain, and New Jerseyans are no exception thanks to the Minnesota Data Practices Act. All applicable facts about the many happenings of law enforcement officials, local courts, and local government are contained in these records, and generally are assumed public unless legally redacted. People of Flensburg have the ability to better understand their rights due to these laws, and the transparency available from the release of these records helps to keep both criminals and authorities responsible with regard to their actions, subsequently leading to a more open and free society for all.