North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 8-16
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A. Any violation of the provisions of this chapter shall be punishable as follows: (1) For conviction of a first offense, by a fine of not less than $250 and not more than $1,000, or by imprisonment not exceeding 15 days, or by both. (2) For conviction of the second of two offenses, both of which were committed within a period of five years, by a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $2,000, or by imprisonment not exceeding 30 days, or by both. (3) For conviction of a third or subsequent offense of a series of offenses, all of which were committed within a period of five years, by a fine of not less than $1,000 and not more than $5,000 or by imprisonment not exceeding 45 days, or by both. B. Each day's continued violation shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-16 establishes a tiered penalty structure for violations of Chapter 8. A first offense carries a fine between $250 and $1,000, up to 15 days of imprisonment, or both. Repeat offenses within a five-year window escalate those ranges, reaching fines of $1,000–$5,000 and up to 45 days of imprisonment for a third or subsequent offense. Critically, each day a violation continues is treated as a separate, independent offense, meaning penalties can accumulate rapidly.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-16 generally act to identify and correct any Chapter 8 violations as promptly as possible. Because each day of continued non-compliance constitutes its own distinct violation, operators typically prioritize swift remediation to prevent fines from compounding across multiple days. Maintaining documentation of corrective actions taken can be relevant if questions about the timeline of a violation arise.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
North Hempstead, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 8 § 8-16 provides that violations of Chapter 8 are subject to meaningful financial and criminal penalties, which can serve as an enforcement mechanism protecting tenant interests. Tenants who believe a landlord is in ongoing violation may report the concern to the appropriate North Hempstead municipal enforcement authority, since each day of continued violation counts separately under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Nassau County housing law can help explain what options are generally available when a Chapter 8 violation is suspected.
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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