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Code of Federal Regulations › Title 40 › Part 16

Part 16 — Implementation of Privacy Act of 1974

Current through Aug 22, 2025

Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301, 552a (as revised).

Source: 71 FR 234, Jan. 4, 2006, unless otherwise noted.

Sections

  • § 16.1 Purpose and scope.
  • § 16.2 Definitions.
  • § 16.3 Procedures for accessing, correcting, or amending personal records.
  • § 16.4 Times, places, and requirements for identification of individuals making requests.
  • § 16.5 Request for correction or amendment of record.
  • § 16.6 Initial decision on request for access to, or correction or amendment of, records.
  • § 16.7 The appeal process.
  • § 16.8 Special procedures: Medical Records.
  • § 16.9 Fees.
  • § 16.10 Penalties.
  • § 16.11 General exemptions.
  • § 16.12 Specific exemptions.
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