Due to the U.S. Freedom of Information Act, information such as court documents, arrest records, marriage certifications, and more are obtainable for the populace to locate, examine, and collect, and New Jerseyans are not any exception thanks to the Oregon Public Records Law. All pertinent information on the multitude of happenings of law enforcement, city courts, and local government are within these records, and generally are presumed public unless legally redacted. Residents of Columbia City have the ability to better understand their rights due to these laws, and the transparency available from the release of these records keeps both criminals and legislators liable for their actions, subsequently leading to a more open and free society for all.