Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-70
Penalties for offenses
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Each person who shall fail to comply with a violation order issued by the City Engineer or member of his department within the time limit stated thereon shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine not less than ten dollars ($10.) or by imprisonment for not less than five days nor more than 10 days, or both.
Under Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-70, any person who does not comply with a violation order issued by the City Engineer or a member of that department within the specified time limit commits a misdemeanor. Upon conviction, the penalty may include a fine of at least $10, imprisonment of between five and ten days, or both. The provision establishes criminal—not merely civil—consequences for non-compliance with such orders.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-70 makes clear that property owners and managers who receive a violation order from the City Engineer are expected to act within the deadline stated on that order. Operators who manage compliant properties typically track all municipal violation notices, document corrective actions taken, and confirm completion before any stated deadline expires. Failure to meet that deadline can result in misdemeanor charges, fines, and potential jail time.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Oswego, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 149 § 149-70 establishes that landlords who ignore City Engineer violation orders face misdemeanor-level consequences, which can be relevant context when a property has unresolved code issues. Tenants who are aware of outstanding violation orders may find it useful to document conditions and contact the City of Oswego's relevant municipal offices to inquire about the status of any open orders. Local tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how an unresolved violation order might factor into their broader 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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