- (1) Certain DCS records are confidential in whole and may not be released with redaction. If a DCS record may be released with redaction, the records custodian shall prepare a redacted copy prior to providing access or copies of the requested records. If questions arise concerning redaction, the records custodian shall coordinate with the PRRC or DCS Office of General Counsel regarding review and redaction of records.
- (2) Whenever a redacted record is provided, a records custodian should provide the requester with the basis for redaction. The basis for redaction shall be general in nature and not disclose confidential information.
Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-5-201, et seq., 10-7-503, 10-7-506, and 37-5-112; Tennessean v. Electric Power Board of Nashville, 979 S.W.2d 297 (Tenn. 1998); Wells v. Wharton, 2005 Tenn. App. Lexis 762; and Op. Tenn. Atty. Gen. 01-021 (Feb. 8, 2001). Administrative History: Original rule filed September 19, 2006; effective December 3, 2006. Amendments filed May 27, 2025; effective August 25, 2025.