New York § 79 - 79Liens not affected
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 79 — 79Liens not affected, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 79. 79Liens not affected
§ 79. Liens not affected. Nothing in this article shall prevent the enforcement of any lien as provided in articles two and three of this chapter and neither such lien nor any satisfaction obtained thereby, shall be deemed a diversion of trust assets or an unauthorized preference. For the purposes of determining the share of any trust beneficiary upon any distribution in an action to enforce the trust, the trust claim of a trust beneficiary shall not be reduced by reason of any lien to which he is entitled or by reason of any rights under any bond to which he is entitled by reason of his lien.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 79
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 79 cover?
Section 79 ("79Liens not affected") 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 § 79?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 79" (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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