N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 5 § 2.5

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 53, December 31, 2024

Section 2.5 - Proof of identity

(a) When records are to be made available in person following a request made either in person or by mail, the department may require appropriate identification such as a driver license, an identifier assigned by the department, a photograph or some similar means to confirm the identity of the data subject.

(b) When a request is made by mail, the department may require that it be acknowledged or that an identifier generally known only by a data subject be included, or the department may require other similar appropriate identification.

(c) Proof of identity shall not be required for a record accessible pursuant to article 6 of the Public Officers Law.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 5 § 2.5