Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 98 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 98-9
Penalties for offenses
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Any person convicted of violating this chapter shall be guilty of a violation punishable by a fine of not more than $250 or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, and shall be ordered to make available to the complainant the premises involved, or by all or any combination of such fine, imprisonment and order; provided, however, if the court in which the complaint is filed has no power to impose both a fine or imprisonment and an order requiring the availability of the premises involved, the court may impose, in lieu of a sentence of a fine and/or imprisonment, a sentence of conditional discharge pursuant to § 65.05 of the Penal Law, one of the conditions of such discharge being that the defendant make available to the complainant the premises involved.
Section 98-9 of Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 establishes criminal penalties for violations of the chapter's rental housing rules. A person found guilty may face a fine of up to $250, imprisonment of up to 15 days, and a court order requiring that the rental premises be made available to the complainant — or any combination of those consequences. When a court lacks authority to impose both monetary or custodial punishment and a premises-availability order simultaneously, it may instead impose a conditional discharge under New York Penal Law § 65.05, with the condition that the defendant make the premises available.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Mount Pleasant should be aware that Chapter 98, § 98-9 treats violations of the chapter as criminal offenses, not merely civil infractions. Compliant operators generally ensure that rental units are made available to eligible occupants in accordance with the chapter's requirements, thereby avoiding exposure to fines, potential jail time, or court-ordered remedies. Maintaining clear records of rental availability and communications with prospective tenants is a practice commonly associated with operators who stay within the chapter's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Mount Pleasant, N.Y., Code of Ordinances § 98-9, tenants or prospective tenants who believe a landlord has violated Chapter 98 may have grounds to file a complaint that could result in criminal penalties against the landlord, including a court order compelling the landlord to make the premises available. This provision gives courts meaningful tools to address non-compliance, including the option of a conditional discharge that requires the landlord to provide access to the unit. Individuals who believe their rights under Chapter 98 have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the complaint process and available remedies.
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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