Identification Act, 1997 (Act No. 68 of 1997)RegulationsIdentification Regulations, 199811. Steps to ensure that person applies for identity card |
(1) | The officer referred to in section 17(2) shall request the person concerned in writing to apply to an identity card within 7 days from the date of such request at the nearest office of the Department. |
(2) | The request shall be substantially in the form prescribed in Annexure 9, and a copy thereof shall forthwith be delivered to the nearest office of the Department. |
(3) | Any person who fails to comply with a request under this regulation shall be guilty of an offence and upon conviction punishable to a fine and to a period of imprisonment not exceeding 12 months. |