Owego Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 162-4
Penalties for offenses
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Any person or entity violating any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished as follows: A. Upon the first conviction, by a fine of not less than $250 but not exceeding $500 and/or 15 days in jail. B. Upon a second such conviction within a twelve-month period, by a fine of not less than $500 but not exceeding $2,500 and/or 15 days in jail.
Section 162-4 of Owego Village's Code of Ordinances establishes criminal penalties for anyone who violates Chapter 162. A first conviction carries a fine between $250 and $500 and/or up to 15 days in jail, while a second conviction within a twelve-month period escalates to a fine between $500 and $2,500 and/or up to 15 days in jail. The provision treats each violation as a criminal offense rather than a civil infraction, meaning convictions occur through a court process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Owego Village should be aware that any breach of Chapter 162 can result in criminal prosecution under § 162-4. Compliant operators generally maintain thorough records of their practices to demonstrate adherence to all chapter requirements, since repeat violations within a twelve-month window trigger significantly higher fines. Understanding the escalating penalty structure under § 162-4 is a practical reason to address any potential noncompliance proactively.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 162-4 signals that Owego Village treats violations of Chapter 162 seriously enough to impose criminal penalties, which can be relevant context when a landlord is not complying with the chapter's requirements. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider documenting the issue and reporting it to the appropriate local enforcement authority, which can initiate the process that leads to prosecution under § 162-4. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Owego Village or New York State housing law can help explain what options are generally available in these situations.
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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