Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 167 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 167-4
Penalties for offenses
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Any person, individual, corporation, partnership or organization convicted of violating any provision of this article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine, at a minimum, of $500, up to a maximum of $2,500, and/or 15 days' imprisonment.
Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 167 § 167-4 establishes criminal penalties for violations of the article's housing provisions. Any person or entity found guilty of a violation is classified as a misdemeanor offender and may face a monetary fine as well as potential jail time. The penalty range runs from a minimum of $500 up to $2,500, and a court may also impose up to 15 days of imprisonment, either in addition to or instead of a fine.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 167 § 167-4, property owners and managers who fail to comply with the article's requirements risk criminal misdemeanor charges, not merely civil penalties. Operators who maintain properties in full conformance with the article's standards—keeping required registrations current, addressing violations promptly, and documenting compliance efforts—generally avoid exposure to these fines and imprisonment provisions. Because the penalties attach upon conviction, consistent adherence to the article's requirements is the standard practice among compliant operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Freeport, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 167 § 167-4 gives tenants important context about the seriousness with which Freeport treats violations of this article: breaches are treated as criminal misdemeanors, not merely administrative infractions. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating the article may report the conduct to the appropriate local enforcement authority, which can initiate proceedings that could result in fines between $500 and $2,500 and up to 15 days' imprisonment for a convicted violator. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Freeport's local code can help residents understand what conduct qualifies as a violation and what reporting options are available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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