New York § 142 - 142Fire in facility
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 142 — 142Fire in facility, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 142. 142Fire in facility
§ 142. Fire in facility. Whenever by reason of any correctional facility, or any building contiguous to such facility, being on fire, there shall be reason to apprehend that the incarcerated individuals may be injured or endangered by such fire, or may escape, it shall be the duty of the superintendent of such facility to remove such incarcerated individuals to some safe and convenient place, and there confine them until the necessity of such removal shall have ceased.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 142
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 142 cover?
Section 142 ("142Fire in facility") 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 § 142?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 142" (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.
Is this the official text of New York law?
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