Amityville, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 137 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 137-8
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A first violation of this article shall be punishable by a fine of not less than $250 and not more than $1,000 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed six months, or both. A second violation of this article within five years of a previous conviction of the offense shall be punishable as a misdemeanor and by a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $1,500 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year, or both. A third violation of this article within five years of the second conviction of the offense shall be punishable as a misdemeanor and by a fine of not less than $1,000 and not more than $2,000 or imprisonment for a period not to exceed one year, or both.
Section 137-8 of Amityville's Code of Ordinances Chapter 137 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the article. A first offense carries a fine between $250 and $1,000 and/or up to six months of imprisonment. Repeat offenses within five-year windows are treated as misdemeanors with escalating fines—up to $1,500 for a second offense and up to $2,000 for a third—and potential imprisonment of up to one year each.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Amityville Code Chapter 137 should be aware that § 137-8 imposes increasingly serious consequences for each successive violation. Operators who maintain full compliance with the article's requirements from the outset avoid exposure to fines, misdemeanor classification, and potential incarceration. Because penalties escalate significantly with each conviction within a five-year period, compliant operators generally keep thorough records demonstrating ongoing adherence to the article's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 137-8 of Amityville Code Chapter 137 signals that the municipality treats violations of this article as serious offenses subject to criminal-level consequences, not merely civil infractions. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating the article may report the conduct to local code enforcement or municipal authorities, who have the authority to pursue fines and misdemeanor charges under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Amityville's local ordinances can help residents understand what conduct the article covers and what reporting options 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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