New York § 359 - 359Inspection of health records
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 359 — 359Inspection of health records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 359. 359Inspection of health records
§ 359. Inspection of health records. The commissioner may inspect such records of any department of health or of any health officer or any county board of health as will aid him in carrying out his duties under this article. Any health officer or officer of any such department or county board shall, at the commissioner's request, aid him in such inspection.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 359
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 359 cover?
Section 359 ("359Inspection of health records") 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.
How do I cite New York § 359?
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