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What is NYC AC § 8-801?

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This section provides definitions for key terms used in this chapter, including 'covered individual,' 'person aggrieved,' and 'prevailing plaintiff.' The statute clarifies these definitions to ensure proper understanding and application within the context of related legal provisions. Applies to individuals involved in legal actions concerning rights protected under section 8-802.

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§ 8-801 Definitions.

AC § 8-801

For purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings: Covered individual. The term "covered individual" means (i) an employee of the police department or (ii) a person who is appointed by the police commissioner as a special patrolman pursuant to subdivision c or e of section 14-106. Person aggrieved. The term "person aggrieved" means a natural person who is allegedly subjected to, or allegedly caused to be subjected to, the deprivation of a right created, granted or protected by section 8-802 by a covered individual even if the only injury allegedly suffered by such natural person is the deprivation of such right. Prevailing plaintiff. The term "prevailing plaintiff" has the meaning ascribed to such term in subdivision g of section 8-502. State. The term "state" means the state of New York. (L.L. 2021/048, 4/25/2021, eff. 4/25/2021) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2021/048.

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