Wappingers Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 114 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 114-9
Penalties for offenses
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A. Criminal penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this chapter or any order promulgated hereunder shall, upon conviction, be punishable as provided for violations of the Penal Law of the State of New York. B. Any person, firm or corporation who or which violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a violation, punishable as follows: (1) A fine of not less than $250 and not more than $1,000 or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, or both. (2) Each day any violation of any provision of this chapter or any such ordinance or resolution shall continue shall constitute a separate offense. C. In addition, or as an alternative to the above-provided penalties, the Village Board may also maintain an action or proceeding in the name of the Village in a court of competent jurisdiction to compel compliance with or to restrain by injunction the violation of this chapter.
Section 114-9 of Wappingers Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 114 establishes penalties for violating the housing regulations in that chapter. Violations can result in criminal fines ranging from $250 to $1,000, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both, with each day a violation continues counting as a separate offense. The Village Board also has the authority to seek court-ordered injunctive relief to compel compliance, either alongside or instead of criminal penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Chapter 114 of the Wappingers Falls Code should be aware that Section 114-9 imposes escalating financial exposure for ongoing non-compliance, since each day a violation persists is treated as a distinct offense. A compliant operator generally addresses any identified deficiencies promptly to avoid the accumulation of per-day fines that can quickly compound between $250 and $1,000 per offense. The Village Board retains the additional option of pursuing injunctive action in court, meaning unresolved violations can result in a judicial order to correct conditions regardless of whether criminal penalties are also pursued.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 114-9 of Wappingers Falls, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 114 provides enforcement mechanisms that may be relevant when a landlord is not complying with the chapter's requirements. The provision allows the Village Board to seek court-ordered injunctive relief, which is a tool that can compel a property owner to correct violations independent of criminal proceedings. Tenants who believe a violation exists may consider contacting the Village of Wappingers Falls directly, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or consulting with an attorney to understand which enforcement paths may be available.
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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