N.Y. Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Breeding Law § 132: Powers

§ 132. Powers. The gaming inspector general shall have the power to:

1. subpoena and enforce the attendance of witnesses;

2. administer oaths or affirmations and examine witnesses under oath;

3. require the production of any books and papers deemed relevant or

material to any investigation, examination or review;

4. notwithstanding any law to the contrary, examine and copy or remove

documents or records of any kind prepared, maintained or held by the

commission;

5. require any commission officer or employee to answer questions

concerning any matter related to the performance of his or her official

duties. No statement or other evidence derived therefrom may be used

against such officer or employee in any subsequent criminal prosecution

other than for perjury or contempt arising from such testimony. The

refusal of any officer or employee to answer questions shall be cause

for removal from office or employment or other appropriate penalty;

6. monitor the implementation by the commission of any recommendations

made by the state inspector general; and

7. perform any other functions that are necessary or appropriate to

fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the office.