New York § 50 - 50Referral of evidence
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 50 — 50Referral of evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50. 50Referral of evidence
§ 50. Referral of evidence. 1. Upon the discovery of evidence of the commission of a crime by any person, the welfare inspector general shall refer such evidence to the district attorney of the county in which the alleged crime occurred, for the appropriate action of such district attorney. 2. Upon the discovery of evidence of a violation by a social services official or employee of the laws, rules or regulations of the state regarding welfare administration, the welfare inspector general shall refer such evidence to the state commissioner of social services for appropriate action of such commissioner.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does New York Consolidated Laws § 50 cover?
Section 50 ("50Referral of evidence") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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