Liberty, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-5
Penalties for offenses
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Any person committing an offense against any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation punishable by a fine in such amount as may be established by resolution of the Town Board from time-to-time, or by imprisonment for a term not exceeding 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The continuation of an offense against any provision of this chapter shall constitute a separate and distinct offense hereunder for each period of 24 hours the offense is continued.
Section 103-5 of Liberty, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 103 establishes the consequences for violating any provision of that chapter. A violation can result in a fine set by Town Board resolution, imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both. Importantly, each 24-hour period during which a violation continues is treated as a separate, independent offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Liberty, N.Y., Code of Ordinances § 103-5, property owners and managers are expected to promptly correct any condition that violates Chapter 103, because each day a violation persists is counted as a new offense. Compliant operators typically monitor their properties regularly to identify and resolve issues before they extend into multi-day violations. Because the fine amount is set by Town Board resolution and may change over time, staying current with the Town Board's published fee schedules is a standard part of responsible property management in Liberty.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 103-5 of Liberty, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 103 gives enforcement authorities the ability to impose escalating penalties on landlords whose violations continue day after day, which can be a meaningful lever in addressing persistent housing conditions. Tenants who believe a landlord is in ongoing violation of Chapter 103 may consider contacting the Town of Liberty's code enforcement office to report the condition and inquire about the complaint process. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Sullivan County housing law can help explain how the daily-offense structure under § 103-5 may be relevant to a particular housing situation.
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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