New York Consolidated Laws, Executive Law - EXC § 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.

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.