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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.
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Can New York City agencies require that a resident obtain a New York City Identity Card in order to obtain services or benefits?
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.
Can a poor person obtain a New York City Identity Card for free?
Yes. A person with limited income and/or assets can obtain a NYC ID card at low cost or at no cost.
What city agency will administer the New York City Identity Card Program?
The bill that was signed into law says only that the NYC mayor will decide which NYC agency will administer the program.
Can a transgender individual choose which gender to display on a New York City Identity Card?
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.
How long does New York City retain supporting documentation submitted with an application for a New York City Identity Card?
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.
Can a homeless person without a fixed address obtain a New York City Identity Card?
Yes. By law, even a person who regularly lives on the street, in a public park, etc. and has no address can still obtain a NYC ID card.
Do you have to live in new york city to take the SHSAT?
Yes, but you don't have to attend school in NYC to be eligible.
Who controls the city of New York?
The US city of New York is controlled by elected officials, elected by citizens eligible to vote. The people of New York City control it by voting for officials. Appointees by its mayor will be among many things that determine if the mayor can be reelected.
Where can residents apply for a New York City Identity Card?
By law, the City must provide at least one physical location in each of the five boroughs were NYC residents may apply in person for NYC ID cards. Applications will also be accepted online.
How is gender classified on a New York City Identity Card?
By law, the gender shown on a NYC ID is "self reported". This means that the City will put whatever gender you tell it to, regardless of what your birth certificate or other identification says and regardless of what gender you appear to be a member of.
What information is displayed on a New York City Identity Card?
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.
Are all New York City agencies required by law to accept a New York City Identity Card as sufficient proof of identity and residency?
Yes, with the following exceptions:When federal or state law prohibits the acceptance of municipal ID.When additional documentation is required to obtain the benefits of a federal or state program.When the agency has reasonable grounds to believe that the NYC ID is counterfeit, altered, improperly issued, or the person presenting it is not the individual to whom it was issued.
