Selecting a representative payee.

Before selecting an individual or organization to serve as a representative payee, the agency will conduct an investigation. The investigation will: (a) Require the applicant to submit documented proof of identity. (b) Verify the applicant's social security number. (c) Conduct a background check on the applicant to determine if the applicant has been convicted of any crimes as defined in § 849.303(d) or (e). (d) Determine if the applicant has previously served as a representative payee and if any previous appointments as representative payee were revoked or terminated due to misuse.