Opinion ID: 412097
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Heading: Proper Scope.

Text: 31 The proper scope of an ERISA investigation can be determined only by reference to the statute itself; the appropriate inquiry is whether the information sought might assist in determining whether any person is violating or has violated any provision of Title I of ERISA. Clearly records identifying specific plans as well as records of the plans themselves fall within the scope of a proper ERISA investigation. See Donovan v. Shaw, 668 F.2d 985 (8th Cir.1982); cf. Newmark & Co. v. Wirtz, 330 F.2d 576 (2d Cir.1964) (broad investigating purpose sufficient to sustain subpoena under similar provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. Sec. 211(a)). 32