Oyster Bay, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 135 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 135-55.2
Adjudication by the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication
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Any person found by the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication to have violated any provision of this chapter shall be subject to a monetary penalty within the range of fines authorized herein for the first and second violations of same. A third or subsequent violation of this chapter within a period of six months shall be deemed a misdemeanor, pursuant to § 135-55 , and shall be within the jurisdiction of the District Court of Nassau County or other court of competent jurisdiction.
Under Oyster Bay Code ch. 135 § 135-55.2, the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication has authority to impose monetary penalties for first and second violations of Chapter 135, within the fine ranges set elsewhere in the chapter. If a person commits a third or subsequent violation of the same chapter within any six-month window, the matter is elevated from an administrative proceeding to a criminal misdemeanor. At that point, jurisdiction shifts to the Nassau County District Court or another court of competent jurisdiction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Oyster Bay Code ch. 135 § 135-55.2 should be aware that the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication handles initial violations administratively, but repeat offenses within a six-month period carry significantly higher stakes. Compliant property managers generally maintain records of any prior adjudications and take corrective action promptly after a first or second finding to avoid crossing the threshold into misdemeanor territory. Staying current with all requirements of Chapter 135 is the practical way to remain within the administrative track rather than the criminal one.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Oyster Bay Code ch. 135 § 135-55.2 establishes that landlords or other parties who violate Chapter 135 can face escalating consequences, starting with monetary penalties through the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication and potentially rising to a criminal misdemeanor charge for repeated violations within six months. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider filing a complaint with the relevant local authority or contacting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Nassau County housing regulations. Understanding this escalation structure can help tenants recognize what enforcement tools exist when Chapter 135 protections are at issue.
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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