Valatie, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 254 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 254-11
Penalties for offenses
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Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions 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 254-11 of Valatie's Code of Ordinances establishes the consequences for violating any provision of Chapter 254. A violation can result in a fine of up to $250, imprisonment of up to 15 days, or both, treated as a criminal violation under New York State Penal Law. Importantly, each 24-hour period during which a violation continues is counted as a separate, distinct offense, meaning penalties can accumulate day by day.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Chapter 254 should be aware that Section 254-11 treats each day of non-compliance as an independent violation, each carrying its own potential fine of up to $250 or up to 15 days of imprisonment. Operators who maintain properties in continuous compliance with all provisions of Chapter 254 avoid the compounding exposure that results from ongoing violations. Keeping records of corrective actions and timelines is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 254-11 provides that any person or entity violating Chapter 254 of Valatie's Code of Ordinances may face criminal penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment, upon conviction. Because each day of a continuing violation is treated as a separate offense, tenants who believe a landlord is in ongoing violation may find that the per-day structure strengthens the significance of a complaint. Tenants can explore options such as reporting concerns to the local code enforcement office or consulting a tenant-rights organization to understand available enforcement paths.
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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