a) Standards for the Disclosure of Confidential Supervisory Information.

1. 1) When making a determination with respect to the disclosure of confidential supervisory information, the Secretary shall consider the following standards:

   1. A) the confidential supervisory information identified in the request is relevant;

B) A compelling need exists;

1. C) If the requested confidential supervisory information is to be used in connection with an adversarial matter, whether the lawsuit or administrative action has been filed;
2. D) The production and disclosure of the confidential supervisory information is not unduly burdensome to the Department; and
3. E) Whether disclosure will benefit consumers.
4. 2) In determining whether to disclose the requested confidential supervisory information, the Secretary may inquire into the circumstances of any case underlying the request and rely on sources of information other than the requester, including other parties.