Unlawful Eviction
Under RPAPL §768, landlords may not use “self-help” tactics to remove tenants. Illegal actions include: Unlawful eviction is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up
June 30, 2023
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Under RPAPL §768, landlords may not use “self-help” tactics to remove tenants. Illegal actions include: Unlawful eviction is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by up
Defendants have the right to appeal court rulings or verdicts to a higher court. Common appeal grounds: Appeals from local courts go to County Court,
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Under CPL §30.10, prosecutors must file charges within: “Tolling” stops the clock—such as when crimes go undiscovered, or when a defendant resides outside New York
An indictment is a formal accusation voted on by a Grand Jury—a panel of 16–23 citizens. They review testimony and evidence privately and decide by
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