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16 CFR 1014.4

§ 1014.4 Requirements for identification of individuals making requests.

United States · 16 CFR — Commercial Practices · Status: effective

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16 CFR 1014.4, § 1014.4 Requirements for identification of individuals making requests, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/64905
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The following proof of identity is required for requests for records made pursuant to § 1014.3: (a) An individual seeking a record about himself or herself in person may establish his or her identity by the presentation of a single document bearing a photograph (such as a passport or driver's license) or by a presentation of two items of identification which do not bear a photograph but do bear both a name and address. An individual who cannot provide documentation of his or her identity may provide a written statement affirming his or her identity and the fact that he or she understands the penalties for making false statements (18 U.S.C. 1001 and 5 U.S.C. 552a(i)(3)). (b) An individual seeking a record by mail shall include a statement signed by the individual and properly notarized, that he or she appeared before a notary public and submitted proof of identity acceptable to the notary public. (c) Requests made by an agent, parent, or guardian shall, in addition to establishing the identity of the minor or other person he or she represents as required by paragraphs (a) and (b), establish his or her agency, parentage, or guardianship by documentation. (d) In any case in which the Commission determines that the proof of identity is not adequate, it may request the individual to submit additional proof of identity.

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This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.