Several laws contain either explicit or implicit recordkeeping requirements.
The list below includes various types of records, the length of time those records must be retained, and the law requiring the records retention. In many cases, several laws require that a particular record must be maintained. In those cases, the law with the longest recordkeeping requirement is listed. Any records that are a part of a lawsuit must be retained at least until the lawsuit is resolved. Posting Requirements See posting requirements in the Legal Issues section.