New York § 140 - 140Saving clause
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 140 — 140Saving clause, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 140. 140Saving clause
§ 140. Saving clause. 1. The provisions of this chapter or the repeal of any statute thereby, shall not affect or impair any act done or right accrued or acquired, or any liability, penalty, forfeiture or punishment incurred or defense accrued, or established prior to its enactment. If any clause, sentence, paragraph or part of this chapter shall, for any reason, be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder thereof, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph or part thereof, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered. 2. Any work or proceeding initiated under any existing law pertaining to canal matters shall be conducted legally to its termination and conclusion in the manner, subject to the provisions of and in accordance with the procedure prescribed by such law. It is the intent that upon the enactment of this chapter into law all work or proceedings undertaken thereafter relating to canal matters shall be administered under the authority and provisions contained in this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 140
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 140 cover?
Section 140 ("140Saving clause") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 140?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 140" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
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