22 C.F.R. § 51.55 Return or retention of evidence of citizenship.
Title 22 - Foreign Relations
The passport issuing office will generally return to the applicant evidence submitted in connection with an application for passport facilities. However, the passport issuing office may retain evidence when it deems necessary.
Title 22: Foreign Relations
PART 51—PASSPORTS
Subpart C—Evidence of U.S. Citizenship or Nationality
Citizenship by Act of Congress or Treaty
§ 51.55 Return or retention of evidence of citizenship.
