Glasgow holds that records on traffic transgressions, court documents, marriage and divorce licenses, property and lien records, and more and open to the general public due to Virginia’s Freedom of Information Act All relevant information about the numerous happenings of authorities, city courts, and local government are found in these records, and are assumed public unless formally redacted. Inhabitants of Glasgow are able to better understand their rights because of these laws, and the transparency provided by the release of these records helps to keep both criminals and authorities responsible with regard to their actions, consequently leading to a more open and free society for everybody.