5 CFR § 1205.3 - Definitions.

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title: "5 CFR § 1205.3 - Definitions."
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chapter_name: "MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD"
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part_name: "PRIVACY ACT REGULATIONS"
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authority: "5 U.S.C. 552a and 1204."
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# 1205.3 Definitions.

The definitions of 5 U.S.C. 552a apply to this part. In addition, as used in this part:

(a) *Inquiry* means a request by an individual regarding whether the Board has a record that refers to that individual.

(b) *Request for access* means a request by an individual to look at or copy a record.

(c) *Request for amendment* means a request by an individual to change the substance of a particular record by addition, deletion, or other correction.

(d) *Requester* means the individual requesting access to or amendment of a record. The individual may be either the person to whom the requested record refers, a legal guardian acting on behalf of the individual, or a representative designated by that individual.