Kingston Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 254 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 254-16
Penalties for offenses
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Any person, partnership, association or corporation who violates any provision of this article shall be guilty of a violation and subject to a fine of not less than $25 or more than $100 or to imprisonment for a period of not more than 30 days, or both fine and imprisonment. When a violation of any of the provisions of this article is continuous, each week or portion thereof shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
Kingston Town, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 254 § 254-16 establishes that any individual, partnership, association, or corporation that violates the rent-related provisions of this article faces a fine ranging from $25 to $100, up to 30 days of imprisonment, or both. Importantly, ongoing violations do not count as a single offense — each week (or partial week) that a violation continues is treated as a separate, independent violation, meaning fines can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Kingston Town Code § 254-16, property owners and managers who fail to comply with the requirements of this article risk criminal-style penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment. Because each week of a continuing violation is counted separately, a single unresolved issue can quickly multiply into numerous distinct offenses and compounding fines. Operators who maintain ongoing compliance with the article's provisions — and who promptly correct any identified issues — are generally best positioned to avoid the escalating penalty structure this section creates.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kingston Town Code § 254-16 gives teeth to the rest of this article by attaching real penalties — fines and possible imprisonment — to violations by landlords or other parties. The provision's week-by-week counting of continuing violations means that a landlord who fails to correct a problem faces mounting liability over time. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider documenting the issue, contacting the appropriate local enforcement authority, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization to understand what complaint or 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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