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State Form 16
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State Form 16 Records Destruction Notification - Indiana
What Is State Form 16?
This is a legal form that was released by the Indiana Archives and Records Administration - a government authority operating within Indiana. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form 16?
A: Form 16 is a records destruction notification form.
Q: Who is required to use Form 16?
A: Indiana state agencies and political subdivisions are required to use Form 16.
Q: What is the purpose of Form 16?
A: The purpose of Form 16 is to notify the Indiana Archives and Records Administration (IARA) of records destruction activities.
Q: How do I submit Form 16?
A: Form 16 can be submitted electronically or by mail to the IARA.
Q: What information is required on Form 16?
A: Form 16 requires information such as the agency or entity submitting the form, types of records to be destroyed, and the authorization for destruction.
Q: Why is records destruction notification important?
A: Records destruction notification helps ensure transparency and accountability in the management of public records.
Q: What happens after submitting Form 16?
A: After submitting Form 16, the IARA will review the notification and provide confirmation of approval or further instructions.
Q: Are there any fees associated with Form 16?
A: No, there are no fees associated with submitting Form 16.
Q: Can I destroy records without submitting Form 16?
A: No, Form 16 must be submitted to the IARA before destroying records.
Form Details:
- Released on June 1, 2015;
- The latest edition provided by the Indiana Archives and Records Administration;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of State Form 16 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Indiana Archives and Records Administration.
