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What is NYC AC § 10-405?

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This section establishes that a conviction of a crime related to a cause of action is conclusive proof of the underlying facts for actions brought under this chapter. It requires that the crime be proven to be a crime of violence by a preponderance of evidence. Applies to parties involved in legal actions under this chapter.

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§ 10-405 Burden of proof.

AC § 10-405

Conviction of a crime arising out of the same transaction, occurrence or event giving rise to a cause of action under this chapter shall be considered conclusive proof of the underlying facts of that crime for purposes of an action brought under this chapter. That such crime was a crime of violence must be proved by preponderance of the evidence.

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