Section 213.74. Requests for Bulk Distribution of Electronic Case Records

(a) A request for bulk distribution of electronic case records shall be permitted for data that is not excluded from public access as set forth in this policy.

(b) A request for bulk distribution of electronic case records not publicly accessible under § 213.73 of this Policy may be fulfilled where: the information released does not identify specific individuals; the release of the information will not present a risk to personal security or privacy; and the information is being requested for a scholarly, journalistic, governmental-related, research or case preparation purpose.

(1) Requests of this type will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

(2) In addition to the request form, the requestor shall submit in writing:

(i) the purpose/reason for the request;

(ii) identification of the information sought;

(iii) explanation of the steps that the requestor will take to ensure that the information provided will be secure and protected;

(iv) certification that the information will not be used except for the stated purposes; and

(v) whether IRB approval has been received, if applicable.

The provisions of this § 213.74 amended November 26, 2012, effective January 1, 2013, 42 Pa.B. 7520. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (347801) to (347802).