N.Y. Elec. Law § 5-214

§ 5-214. Registration cards for identification. A board of elections\nmay provide identification cards for use in any city or town in such\ncounty in which the board deems it necessary to facilitate voting.\nHowever, the failure of a voter to present such card shall not deprive\nsuch voter of the right to exercise the franchise, or any other right\nprovided under this chapter.\n