Crawford, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 103 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 103-11
Penalties for offenses
Operative Text
A. In addition to and not in lieu of any other remedies, any person who violates any provision of this chapter or who violates or fails to comply with any lawful order promulgated hereunder shall be guilty of a violation and, for a first conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine in an amount not less than $100 nor more than $250 or a maximum of 15 days' imprisonment or both; for conviction of a second violation committed within 12 months of the first violation, such person shall be subject to a fine in an amount not less than $150 and not more than $350 or a maximum of 15 days' imprisonment or both; for conviction of a third violation committed within 12 months of the first violation, such person shall be subject to a fine in an amount not less than $400 and not more than $750 or a maximum of 15 days' imprisonment or both; for conviction of a fourth violation and for each subsequent violation committed within 12 months of any prior violation, such person shall be subject to a fine in an amount not less than $500 and not more than $1,500 or a maximum of 15 days' imprisonment or both. B. Civil penalties and injunction. In addition to and not in lieu of any other remedies, the Town Board may also maintain an action or proceeding in the name of the Town in a court of competent jurisdiction to obtain civil monetary penalties and compel compliance with or to restrain, by injunction, the violation of this chapter or any order promulgated hereunder. The civil monetary penalties shall be in accordance with and not exceed the monetary penalties set forth in § 103-11A of this chapter. C. Each calendar day a violation occurs or continues shall constitute and be deemed a separate and distinct violation.
Section 103-11 of Crawford, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 103 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of the chapter's requirements. A first offense carries a fine between $100 and $250 and/or up to 15 days' imprisonment, with fines escalating for repeat violations within a 12-month window—reaching $500 to $1,500 for a fourth or subsequent offense. The Town Board may also pursue civil monetary penalties and injunctive relief in court, and each calendar day a violation continues counts as a separate, distinct offense.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to Crawford Chapter 103 should be aware that § 103-11 imposes escalating fines for repeated noncompliance, starting at $100–$250 for a first offense and rising to $500–$1,500 for a fourth or subsequent violation within any 12-month period. Because each day a violation persists is treated as a separate offense under § 103-11C, operators who maintain ongoing compliance programs and promptly correct any identified deficiencies generally avoid the compounding exposure that comes with unresolved violations. The Town Board also retains authority to seek injunctive relief in court, meaning noncompliance can result in court-ordered corrective action beyond monetary penalties.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 103-11 of Crawford's Chapter 103 provides that violations of the chapter's rules can result in fines and, in some cases, imprisonment for the offending party, with penalties increasing for repeat violations within a 12-month period. Tenants who believe a landlord is violating Chapter 103 may raise the violation with the Town of Crawford directly, as the Town Board has authority to pursue civil penalties and injunctive relief on behalf of the Town. Tenant-rights organizations or a licensed attorney familiar with New York municipal law can help residents understand what remedies may be available under § 103-11 and related provisions.
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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