New York § 297 - 297Preservation of original notes for two years when not filed with clerk
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 297 — 297Preservation of original notes for two years when not filed with clerk, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 297. 297Preservation of original notes for two years when not filed with clerk
§ 297. Preservation of original notes for two years when not filed with clerk. Unless the original stenographic notes taken upon a trial or hearing, are filed, pursuant to an order, made as prescribed in section thirteen of this chapter, they must be carefully preserved by the stenographer, for two years after the trial or hearing; or for such greater period of time and in such manner as may be provided by the chief administrator of the courts.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 297
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 297 cover?
Section 297 ("297Preservation of original notes for two years when not filed with clerk") 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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