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What is NYC RCNY § 4-140?

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Accident. The term "accident" means a mechanical, electrical or structural malfunction which caused or could cause human injury or damage to property.

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Effective: 4/10/2022

§ 4-140 Definitions.

RCNY § 4-140

Accident. The term "accident" means a mechanical, electrical or structural malfunction which caused or could cause human injury or damage to property. Amusement device. The term "amusement device" means any contrivance, open to the public, that carries and conveys passengers along, around or over a fixed or restricted course or within a defined area for the purpose of amusing or entertaining its passengers, other than coin-operated amusement devices as defined in § 20-626 of the New York City Administrative Code. Amusement operator. The term "amusement operator" means any person who maintains or operates any amusement device. Gaming cafe. The term "gaming cafe" means a place where, for a fee charged directly or indirectly, persons are provided access to three or more computers or electronic devices in which game software has been installed by or for the owner or operator for the purpose of playing a game on the premises. (Added City Record 3/11/2022, eff. 4/10/2022)

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