New York § 202 - 202Defense of justification
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 202 — 202Defense of justification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 202. 202Defense of justification
§ 202. Defense of justification. The defendant in an action for separation from bed and board may set up, in justification, the misconduct of the plaintiff; and if that defense is established to the satisfaction of the court, the defendant is entitled to judgment.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 202
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 202 cover?
Section 202 ("202Defense of justification") 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.
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