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What is NYC AC § 10-705?

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This section allows operators of venues to display a sign at the entrance indicating that unauthorized recording device operation is prohibited by law, with specified letter height. The statute aims to inform the public about the legal consequences of such actions. Applies to venue operators.

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§ 10-705 Signage.

AC § 10-705

The operator of a venue as defined by paragraph (2) of subdivision b of § 10-701 of this subchapter may prominently display at the entrance to such venue, a sign stating in conspicuous letters that are at least three-fourths of an inch high that the unauthorized operation of a recording device at such place of public performance is prohibited by law and is punishable by criminal and civil penalties.

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