Valatie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 219 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 219-43
Penalties for offenses
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Any person committing an offense against any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a violation pursuant to the Penal Law of the State of New York, punishable by a fine not exceeding $250 or by imprisonment for a term not exceeding 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The continuance of an offense for each day 24 hours shall be deemed a distinct and separate violation.
Section 219-43 of Valatie's Code of Ordinances establishes the consequences for violating any provision of Chapter 219. A person found guilty faces a fine of up to $250, imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both, classified as a violation under New York State Penal Law. Importantly, each 24-hour period during which an offense continues is treated as a separate, independent violation, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 219-43, property owners and managers who fail to comply with Chapter 219 requirements expose themselves to escalating penalties, since each day a violation persists is counted as a distinct offense. Operators who maintain properties in continuous compliance with Chapter 219 avoid the compounding fines and potential imprisonment that this section authorizes. Keeping thorough maintenance records and promptly addressing any identified deficiencies are practices generally associated with sustained compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 219-43 provides that violations of Chapter 219 carry criminal-level consequences for offenders, including fines and possible imprisonment, which underscores the seriousness with which Valatie treats non-compliance. Because each day of a continuing offense constitutes a separate violation under this provision, tenants who observe ongoing conditions that may breach Chapter 219 have grounds to document those conditions over time. Tenants can explore options such as reporting concerns to local code enforcement authorities or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand what paths may be available to them.
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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