§ 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.

Terms Used In N.Y. Executive Law 50

  • Discovery: Lawyers' examination, before trial, of facts and documents in possession of the opponents to help the lawyers prepare for trial.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.

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.