Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 162-25
Unlawful actions
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It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully deny or unduly delay entry or access to designated Code Enforcement personnel with a search warrant authorizing inspection of said premises, to willfully deny or interfere with the inspection authorized by the warrant, or after receiving a copy of a warrant regarding the scheduling of an inspection, to willfully fail to schedule a reasonable date and time for the inspection as set forth in the warrant. Any person who violates this section shall be subject to an application to be found in contempt of court pursuant to Article 19 of the Judiciary Law and punishment as provided therein.
Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162 § 162-25 makes it unlawful to deliberately block, delay, or interfere with Code Enforcement personnel who hold a valid search warrant authorizing an inspection of a property. It also prohibits a property owner or occupant from failing to schedule a reasonable inspection date and time after receiving a copy of such a warrant. Violations of this provision can result in a contempt-of-court proceeding under Article 19 of New York's Judiciary Law, with punishment determined by that statute.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162 § 162-25, compliant property operators generally cooperate promptly when Code Enforcement personnel present a valid inspection warrant, avoid any conduct that could be construed as interference or undue delay, and work with inspectors to schedule a reasonable date and time as specified in the warrant. Failure to do so exposes an operator to a contempt-of-court application, which carries penalties under Article 19 of the Judiciary Law. Operators typically keep records of warrant receipt and any scheduling communications to document their cooperation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ossining, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 162 § 162-25 applies to any person in control of a premises, which can include tenants who occupy a unit subject to a court-authorized inspection warrant. Tenants who believe their rights are being affected by an inspection process — or who have questions about what a warrant authorizes — may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with local code enforcement procedures. Understanding the scope of a warrant and the scheduling requirements under this section can help tenants navigate the process.
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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