(a) The retirement system may photograph, microphotograph, or film any record in its possession.
(b) If a record is reproduced under Subsection (a), the retirement system may destroy or dispose of the original record if the system first:
(1) places the reproduction in a conveniently accessible file; and
(2) provides for the preservation, examination, and use of the reproduction.
(c) A photograph, microphotograph, or film of a record reproduced under Subsection (a) is equivalent to the original record for all purposes, including introduction as evidence in all courts and administrative agency proceedings. A duly certified or authenticated copy of such a photograph, microphotograph, or film is admissible as evidence equally with the original photograph, microphotograph, or film.
(d) The executive director or an authorized representative may certify the authenticity of a photograph, microphotograph, or film of a record reproduced under this section and shall charge a fee for the certified photograph, microphotograph, or film as provided by law.
(e) Certified records shall be furnished to any person who is authorized by law to receive them.