Prior to obtaining the requested records pursuant to a formal written request, an official of a rank designated by the head of the requesting Departmental unit shall certify in writing to the financial institution that the Departmental unit has complied with the applicable provisions of the Act.
source: Order No. 822-79, 44 FR 14554, Mar. 13, 1979, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 28 CFR 47.5