New York § 908 - 908Dismissal, discontinuance or compromise
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 908 — 908Dismissal, discontinuance or compromise, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 908. 908Dismissal, discontinuance or compromise
Rule 908. Dismissal, discontinuance or compromise. A class action shall not be dismissed, discontinued, or compromised without the approval of the court. Notice of the proposed dismissal, discontinuance, or compromise shall be given to all members of the class in such manner as the court directs.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 908
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 908 cover?
Section 908 ("908Dismissal, discontinuance or compromise") 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 § 908?
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Is this the official text of New York law?
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