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What is NYC RCNY § 9-02?

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(a) United States Citizens. A United States citizen is required to bring the following as proof of citizenship: (1) Valid U.S.

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§ 9-02 Required Documentation.

RCNY § 9-02

(a)United States Citizens. A United States citizen is required to bring the following as proof of citizenship: (1) Valid U.S. Passport, OR (2) Birth Certificate AND either a valid Driver's License or a DMV-issued Identification Card, OR (3) Voter's Registration Card AND either a valid Driver's License or a DMV-issued Identification Card, OR (4) Naturalization Certificate.

(b)Non-citizens. A Non-citizen is required to bring the following when making application: (1) Valid Passport or Alien Registration Card or Employment Authorization Card, OR (2) Letter from the Department of Homeland Security (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) indicating applicant's name, address, alien registration number and current status in this Country AND a valid U.S. government photo identification, OR (3) Letter from applicant's Consulate or Attorney which contains applicant's physical description and date of birth AND a valid U.S. government photo identification.

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