Documents that are properly and currently “Classified” in the interest of National defense or foreign policy are subject to Exemption 1.
Documents that are related solely to internal procedures, rules, and practices of the
Department of Defense (and/or its components) are subject to Exemption 2.
Documents that concern matters where a statute specifically exempts from disclosure
(archaeological resources, National security matters, etc.) are subject to Exemption 3.
Documents containing trade secrets, commercial or financial information for a Department of Defense component are subject to Exemption 4.
Documents containing internal advice, recommendations, or subjective evaluations
are largely subject to Exemption 5. This exemption is fairly complicated, however,
and many considerations must be made prior to withholding any information.
Documents from personnel, medical, or other files where a clear (unwarranted) invasion of personal privacy would result, are subject to Exemption 6.
Documents that contain information compiled for law enforcement purposes are subject to Exemption 7.
Documents relating to examination, operation, and regulation of financial institutions are
subject to Exemption 8.
Documents containing geological and physical information and data pertaining to wells
are subject to Exemption 9.
For more detailed descriptions of the FOIA Exemptions click here:
FOIA Guide