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What is NYC AC § 19-710?

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This section establishes civil penalties for violations of the chapter's provisions or related rules, imposing a minimum fine of $250 per violation per day until the issue is resolved. It clarifies that these penalties do not affect other legal rights or remedies available to individuals or entities. Applies to entities subject to the chapter's regulations.

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§ 19-710 Violations.

AC § 19-710

a. Any violation of any provision of this chapter or any rules promulgated hereto shall be liable for a civil penalty of not less than two hundred and fifty dollars per violation per day for every day that such violation occurs until such violation is remedied or removed. b. Penalties imposed pursuant to this section shall not affect any right or remedy available or civil or criminal penalty applicable under law to any individual or entity, or in any way diminish or reduce the remedy or damages recoverable in any action in equity or law before a court of law with competent jurisdiction. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2005/068.

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