Questions tagged [new-york-city]
Questions concerning the laws, criminal justice system, civil court procedures and related topics specific to New York City. For questions pertaining to the state use the "new-york" tag.
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Where can one file complaint re bribing witness and false evidence in NYC (Manhattan)? District Attorney?
A civil court case in New York City (Manhattan) is still being decided and a attorney brought these issues to the judge. During the proceedings of the trial, one side allegedly bribed witnesses and ...
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New York City- Tenant Rights
I have a question regarding tenant's rights under a leased property; I can't seem to find the answer anywhere online.
What are the obligations of a tenant in a 1yr lease to provide notice of vacating ...
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Can consular security staff carry firearms in New York City?
Can the security staff (equivalent to the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service) of the various Embassies/Missions/Consulates/etc located in New York City carry (concealed) firearms as part of their ...
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Can a real estate agent refuse to show a rental property (apartment) in NYC if I don't provide my eligibility information?
I'll email the Nooklyn real estate agents in the New York City area with a question about the property (e.g. floor level, elevator availability, cost of parking, etc.), and they almost always respond ...
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Can a co-op tenant shareholder exclude people from common areas if they refuse to abide by house rules?
In New York City, can a co-op tenant/shareholder refuse to allow a guest or contractor of another tenant/shareholder into common areas of the building if the person is violating the co-op's house ...
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Roommate with no signed contract moving out without notice
Person 1 rented a room to Person 2 in NYC and collected a security deposit. There’s no lease, no contract nothing, just proof of rent and deposit payments. Now Person 1 is being very uncool, even ...
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Tenant is asking to repair a built-in closet. It was fine when they moved in
I own a small studio apt. in a co-op building located in Brooklyn, NY USA.
My tenant, who's been renting this studio for ~ 3 years, is asking to repair one of the built-in closets.
This closet was ...
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Is there a knife, that can be legally carried in both NJ and NY?
I live in NJ, but work in NYC, and would like to find a knife, that can be legally carried in both locales.
NYC seems to ban all folding knives, while allowing any fixed-blades under 4" long.
NJ ...
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Is it legal to instruct an employee not to put contract concerns in writing?
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My COO sent me a contract that would amend an existing employment term (salary). I raised concerns regarding the terms of the contact. COO explicitly told me
you don't need to put it in writing....
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What weapons can I legally carry for self-defence in New York City?
I've been on the receiving end of racist verbal attacks regarding COVID-19.
I've already reported this to the police; they advise me not to engage with the offenders.
However, I suspect that things ...
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Under what conditions could a police force enlist the help of a minor?
Would it be illegal for a fourteen year old to assist the police in solving a murder in New York City? What kind of red tape would the department need to navigate in order to enlist their help?
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Is it legal to have a two driver’s licenses if one is from another country?
In the USA, in almost every case, possessing two driver’s licenses from different states (e.g., California and Georgia) is illegal.
I’m wondering about a related situation - is it legal to have two ...
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Is a debt owed by an adult who is supported by parents recoverable?
I am owed money by a 37 year old drug addict. We grew up together and I tried with his father to get him healthy. Over the years, I lent him small sums that added up over time, which we kept track ...
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Getting the bodycam video from NYPD for a traffic violation
I got a bike ticket for going through a red light.
I don’t think I did.
The officer confirmed that he was wearing his body cam and that it was on.
How do I go about getting the bodycam video? I ...
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Conceal Carry in NYC?
Due to the spate of antisemitic attacks in our neighborhood, I've been considering getting a conceal carry to go to and from work. I hear it's not easy to obtain a conceal carry in NYC.
Any clue as ...
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