Proof of identity
Compiled text through Jan 15, 2026
Register checked through Jul 29, 2026
No later Register activity identified in this check.
Dates and status
- Compiling agency
- Department of Law
- Text status
- Source receipt
- Compiled text through
- Jan 15, 2026
- Register checked through
- July 29, 2026/Vol. XLVIII, Issue 30 (2026-07-29)
- Activity status
- No later Register activity identified in this check.
- Source snapshot
- Jun 6, 2026
(a)When a request is made in person, or when records are made available in person following a request by mail, the department may require appropriate identification, such as a driver's license, an identifier assigned to the data subject by the department, a photograph or similar information that confirms that the record sought pertains to the data subject.
(b)When a request is made by mail, the department may require verification of a signature or inclusion of an identifier generally known only by a data subject, or similar appropriate identification.
(c)Proof of identity shall not be required regarding a request for a record accessible to the public pursuant to article 6 of the Public Officers Law.