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What is NYC AC § 17-102?

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This section outlines the responsibilities of the secretary of the department, including the authentication of acts and records. It also states that papers certified by the chief clerk or an assistant chief clerk hold the same validity as those certified by the secretary. Applies to the administrative functions of the department.

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§ 17-102 Secretary; certification by chief clerk.

AC § 17-102

a. The secretary of the department, subject to the direction of the commissioner, shall keep and authenticate the acts, records, papers and proceedings of the department, preserve its books and papers, conduct its correspondence, and aid generally in accomplishing the purposes of the department. b. Papers certified by the chief clerk of the department or by an assistant chief clerk shall be of the same effect as evidence and otherwise, as if certified by the secretary.

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