§ 7-03 Application Process.
RCNY § 7-03
(a)Basic procedure. To have his application for a radio receiving set permit processed, an applicant must comply with the following instructions: (1) Complete application for radio receiving set permit; comply with instructions therein.
(2)Applications must be typed.
(3)Applications must be notarized.
(4)Applications which are incorrectly prepared or incomplete will not be accepted.
(5)Applicants must submit a "Letter of Necessity" with their application.
(i)This letter must be from the applicant's employer, on business stationery and contain a description of the applicant's duties as relates to his need for the permit.
(ii)The letter must also contain a statement indicating that the applicant is familiar with the provisions of § 10-102 of the Administrative Code; with § 397 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law; and with the NYC Police Department's rules for "Radio Receiving Set Permits." (iii) The letter must also state that the applicant's employer will ensure the immediate removal of the receiving set in the event of the termination of the applicant's employment; or upon the occurrence of any aggravating events, "incidents." (See Terms and Conditions – 38 RCNY § 7-04.) (6) Photos. Two recent passport size photos 1 1/2" × 1 1/2", front view, from the chest up are required. No facial obscurences are permitted, i.e., sunglasses, hats, etc.
(7)Fees. A twenty-five dollar application fee must be in the form of a money order or certified check made payable to the NYC Police Department. Cash and uncertified checks will not be accepted. A twenty-nine dollar fingerprint fee must be in the form of a money order made payable to the N.Y.S. Division of Criminal Justice Services. All fees are non-refundable.
(b)Documentation and fingerprinting. Once the applicant has completed steps (1) through (7) above, he must contact the License Division (212) 374-5536 or 5537, for an appointment to submit his application and to be fingerprinted. When the applicant appears to submit his application, he must also bring the items listed below. These documents must be submitted in the original, or a copy certified by issuing agency. In addition, the applicant must submit photocopies of items (2) through (8); the Police Department will keep photocopies and return the originals to the applicant.
(1)Completed application, requisite fees, photos, letter of necessity, etc.
(6)Proof of birth. Birth certificate, U.S. passport, or baptismal certificate.
(8)Corporate filing receipt if business is corporation; if business is a sole proprietorship, or a partnership, the applicant must submit the business certificate from the Office of the County Clerk.
(9)If the applicant responded "Yes" on the application to the question regarding arrest history, he must explain the circumstances on a separate paper, sign and have his statement notarized. In addition, the applicant must submit a "Certificate of Disposition" for each arrest.
(c)Vehicle inspection and interview. The applicant will be contacted by his precinct, business location, for an inspection of his vehicle, and for an interview to evaluate his need for the permit. The applicant may be required to submit additional documentation to the License Division such as: (1) Residential utility bill.
(d)Action following notification of approval. The applicant will be notified in writing of the approval or disapproval of his application. If the application is approved the applicant must: (1) Contact the License Division (212) 374-5536 or 5537 for an appointment to pick up his permit.
(iii)Current working press card issued by the N.Y.C. Police Department, if applicable.
(iv)Current N.Y.S. Driver's License.
(v)Current residential utility bill – gas, electric, telephone.
(vi)Bill of sale for radio receiving set listing serial number, model, and make of radio.
(vii)Auto registration.
(e)Procedure for appeal following Notification of Disapproval. If the applicant's application is disapproved, he may appeal the decision as follows: (1) Appeals must be made in writing by applicant's employer.
(f)Grounds for disapproval. A material false statement on an application shall be grounds for disapproval. Applicants may be disapproved for failure to meet character requirements after a background investigation is conducted.
