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Public records nyc. New york public records search. We will continue to process vital record and photograph copy requests submitted by mail and online but there may be delays in fulfilling the orders. How to request public information in new york there is no uniform procedure for you to follow in requesting records from new york agencies because each agency has its own procedures for handling records requests. It includes a very broad definition of records and permits anyone to request public records for any purpose.
We apologize for any inconvenience. Effective immediately the municipal library and archives public reading rooms at 31 chambers street are closed until further notice. Please check our website and social media for updates. Records for new york were created from as far back as 1850 and include information from all 62 counties in new york state.
Certain records are restricted from public access especially those that would violate personal privacy interfere with an ongoing investigation. New york s first public records law was enacted in 1974 and significant amendments have been passed since its enactment. If in doubt you should contact the agency whose records you desire to find out what method.