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When you're operating a motor vehicle, you're required to show ID. Otherwise, you're not, but if you don't, the police can detain you until they can identify you without your cooperation
Correct as far as motor vehicles go. But NY Law provides that the officer must reasonably suspect you have committed or are about to commit a felony or a misdemeanor before you are required to provide ID. Normal caveats about police and "reasonable suspicion" naturally apply.