Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 51.46 — Return Or Retention Of Evidence Of U.s. Citizenship Or Non-citizen Nationality
22 C.F.R. § 51.46
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The Department will generally return to the applicant evidence submitted in connection with an application for a passport. The Department may, however, retain evidence when it deems it necessary for anti-fraud or law enforcement or other similar purposes.
Authorizing Statute
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Information concerning resident status26 U.S.C. § 6039E
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Duties of Secretary42 U.S.C. § 652
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Fees and charges for Government services and things of value31 U.S.C. § 9701
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Surcharges related to consular services8 U.S.C. § 1714
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Powers and duties of Secretary of State8 U.S.C. § 1104
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Travel control of citizens and aliens8 U.S.C. § 1185
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Authority to grant, issue, and verify passports22 U.S.C. § 211a