Middletown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 296 § 296-25
Penalties for offenses
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A person who shall violate a provision of this article shall be guilty, upon conviction, of an offense punishable by a fine of not less than $250 nor more than $1,000 or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding 15 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense.
Section 296-25 of Middletown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 296 establishes criminal-style penalties for violations of the article's rent-related requirements. A person found guilty of a violation may face a fine ranging from $250 to $1,000, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Critically, each day a violation continues is treated as a distinct, separate offense, meaning penalties can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 296-25 of Middletown's Code of Ordinances ch. 296, operators who remain out of compliance with the article's requirements face escalating exposure because every day a violation persists counts as a new offense. Compliant property managers generally act promptly to correct any identified deficiency, document corrective steps taken, and confirm that the property meets all applicable requirements before the next calendar day. Keeping thorough maintenance and compliance records helps demonstrate good-faith efforts to address issues quickly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 296-25 of Middletown, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 296 provides that violations of the article's requirements are punishable offenses, which signals that the municipality treats these rules seriously. Tenants who believe a landlord is maintaining a continuing violation may find it useful to document conditions with dates, since each day of non-compliance can constitute a separate offense under this provision. Local tenant-rights organizations or the appropriate municipal enforcement office can provide information about how to report a potential violation and what complaint processes are 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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