Article 6 of the New York Public Officers Law (sections 84-90), which is also known as the Freedom of Information Law ("FOIL"), gives members of the public a right of access to government records, with certain exceptions that are enumerated in Section 87(2). The full text of FOIL and other information about the law is available at the website of the New York State Committee on Open Government. In accordance with Section 89(3)(b) of FOIL, Nassau County affords you the opportunity to submit records access requests online.
You can also submit a FOIL Request by downloading the form below and mailing or delivering it by hand to the address provided.
Consumer Affairs FOIL Request Form (PDF)
If you have any questions regarding the completion of this form, please contact 516-571-2600.
Department of Consumer Affairs
240 Old Country Rd
3rd Floor
Mineola, New York 11501
(516) 571-2600
Directions
Front Desk Hours: 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
* Must be signed in by 4:15 P.M.
During the lunch hours of 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M., there will be only one Front Desk representative available. Thank you for your patience.
*See Consumer Resources for information on new NYS Credit Card Surcharge Law.
*See Licensing/Registrations for Information on the Fingerprinting Requirement For Home Improvement Contractors (Effective Date To Be Announced).