By law, the card must display the cardholder's photograph, name, date of birth, address, gender and the expiration date of the ID card. However, special procedures apply to the victims of domestic abuse who do not wish to disclose their address and to homeless persons who do not have a fixed address.
Although New York City agencies can require residents to present identification, they cannot by law require that the identification be in the form of a New York City Identity Card. Residents may present other forms of state issued or federal issued identification.
Yes. A person with limited income and/or assets can obtain a NYC ID card at low cost or at no cost.
The bill that was signed into law says only that the NYC mayor will decide which NYC agency will administer the program.
The law says a person is eligible if they can meet the documentation requirements which call for proof of a minimum of 15 days residence in New York City. Citizenship and immigration status are not a bar to receiving a NYC ID card.
One may obtain information on the Discover credit card directly through the Discover official website FAQ. Also, City Data provided some unbiased information about the cards.
They are displayed in a building next to the Gothic castle, Hradcany, in the city of Prague.
Yes. By law, the gender appearing on a NYC ID card is self-reported. This means New York City will put whatever gender you tell it to on the card, regardless of what your other ID or birth certificate says and regardless of the observation of the person who accepts your application.
This is very unlikely, unless you were born in the same city that issued the municipal ID card. Even then, the City Department of Health (or Vital Records) will almost assuredly request additional identification in order to prevent identity theft.
As of recent reports, Houston, Texas, has been identified as a top city for identity theft in the state. Various factors contribute to this, including its large population and significant economic activity, which can create more opportunities for identity theft. Residents are advised to take precautions to protect their personal information.
Yes. It is considered confidential but may be disclosed in response to court order, judicial subpoena or warrant, or when required by federal or state law, or with the permission of the cardholder or the cardholder's custodians in the case of a minor, or to a New York City agency if the information is needed to determine eligibility for service or benefit.
The answer varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. One example is that issued by the New York City Board of Elections. It contains:NameHome AddressParty Affiliation (if any)Serial NumberNumbers of various districts where you are permitted to vote
By law, every quarter the City is required to destroy supporting documentation that has been retained for more than two years, except when retention is required for litigation.