NYC Administrative Code

§ 10-173 — Uniform civil penalties for possessing an open container of alcohol.

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This section establishes uniform civil penalties for violations related to possessing an open container of alcohol, aligning them with penalties set forth in section 10-125 of the code. The statute is enforced by the Department of Parks and Recreation. Applies to individuals in public spaces where such possession is restricted.

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§ 10-173 Uniform civil penalties for possessing an open container of alcohol.

AC § 10-173

Notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of law, the civil penalty for the violation of 56 RCNY § 1-05(f)(1), or any successor rule of the department of parks and recreation that prohibits or restricts the consumption or possession with intent to consume an open container of alcohol, shall be no greater than the civil penalties established by section 10-125 of the code. (L.L. 2016/074, 6/13/2016, eff. 3/13/2017) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2016/074.

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