New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 6 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Chapter VI - General Regulations
Part 616 - Access To Records
Access to Records Containing Personal Information
Section 616.22 - Proof of identity
Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 12, March 20, 2024
(a) When a request is made in person, or when records are made available in person following a request made by mail, the department may require appropriate identification, such as a driver license, an identifier assigned to the individual by the department, a photograph or similar information that confirms that the record sought pertains to the individual.
(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 an individual, or similar appropriate identification.
(c) Proof of identity shall not be required regarding a request for a record accessible to the public pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law (article 6 of the Public Officers Law).