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(a) The Department must accept proof of correction if it determines that the proof is adequately documented and submitted timely in accordance with 24 RCNY § 7-10. Acceptance of proof of correction constitutes a cure and an admission of the violation for all purposes, except as provided in subdivision (b) of this secti

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Effective: 3/5/2023

§ 7-11 Acceptance of Proof of Correction for Eligible First-Time Violations.

RCNY § 7-11

(a)The Department must accept proof of correction if it determines that the proof is adequately documented and submitted timely in accordance with 24 RCNY § 7-10. Acceptance of proof of correction constitutes a cure and an admission of the violation for all purposes, except as provided in subdivision (b) of this section.

(b)A first-time violation whose proof of correction has been accepted by the Department will not be subject to a civil penalty.

(c)The determination of whether a violation is a first-time violation shall be based solely on the records of the Department.

(d)The Department may require further documentation in addition to the proof of correction and may inspect the establishment or take any other action as it deems necessary before acceptance or rejection of such proof.

(e)Nothing in this Chapter limits the authority of the Department to conduct other inspections or take any other action it deems necessary to enforce any provision of law within the jurisdiction of the Department. (Added City Record 2/3/2023, eff. 3/5/2023)

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