While some jurisdictions have been able to block data requests on the argument that they contain private intellectual property -- the case that comes to mind is Ohio, which won a case against providing map data because somehow the ArcGIS software used to create/save the map was inextricable (yes, it's as absurd as it sounds -- this doesn't seem to be the case here.
According to MuckRock, Maine allows for fees of $15/hour for search and copying time. If they demanded $750 before sending the file or making it otherwise accessible, MuckRock could challenge them to provide the record showing 50 hours of billable work.
According to MuckRock, Maine allows for fees of $15/hour for search and copying time. If they demanded $750 before sending the file or making it otherwise accessible, MuckRock could challenge them to provide the record showing 50 hours of billable work.