Woodridge, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 312 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 312-9
Penalties for offenses
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Every person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this article shall, for the first conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not less than $250 and not more than $5,000; for a second or subsequent conviction within 12 months after any previous conviction, such person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $10,000 or by imprisonment for not more that 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each day of continued violation shall constitute a separate additional violation.
Section 312-9 of Woodridge, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 312 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the article's provisions. A first conviction carries a fine between $250 and $5,000, while a second or subsequent conviction within 12 months of a prior conviction can result in a fine of $500 to $10,000, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Notably, each day a violation continues is treated as a separate, independent violation, meaning penalties can accumulate rapidly over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Woodridge, N.Y., Code ch. 312 § 312-9 generally maintain compliance by promptly addressing any conditions or practices that could constitute a violation under the article. Because each day of non-compliance counts as a distinct violation, operators typically act quickly once a potential issue is identified, as fines can compound from $250 up to $5,000 per day for a first offense. Repeat violations within a 12-month window carry significantly steeper consequences, including the possibility of imprisonment, making ongoing compliance monitoring a standard practice for diligent operators.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Woodridge, N.Y., Code ch. 312 § 312-9, tenants should be aware that landlords who violate the article's provisions face escalating financial and criminal penalties, which can serve as a meaningful enforcement mechanism. If a violation is ongoing, the day-by-day accumulation of separate offenses may strengthen the weight of a complaint filed with the appropriate local authority. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider documenting the issue carefully and reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or municipal code enforcement office for guidance on available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated November 10, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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