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What is NYC AC § 10-403?

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This section establishes a civil cause of action for individuals injured by a crime of violence as defined in section 10-402. It allows for claims in court for compensatory and punitive damages, injunctive and declaratory relief, attorneys' fees, and other appropriate relief. Applies to individuals seeking redress for violent crimes.

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§ 10-403 Civil cause of action.

AC § 10-403

Except as otherwise provided by law, any person claiming to be injured by an individual who commits a crime of violence as defined in section 10-402 of this chapter, shall have a cause of action against such individual in any court of competent jurisdiction for any or all of the following relief: 1. compensatory and punitive damages; 2. injunctive and declaratory relief; 3. attorneys' fees and costs; 4. such other relief as a court may deem appropriate.

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