New York § 243 - 243Witnesses not to be excused from testifying

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§ 243. 243Witnesses not to be excused from testifying

§ 243. Witnesses not to be excused from testifying. In any criminal proceeding before a court or grand jury or in any investigation or inquiry before the common council, or any committee thereof, or before any officer conducting an investigation, touching the knowledge of such witness as to any offense committed in violation of the provisions of this chapter or ordinance of the city; the court or grand jury, or the common council, committee or officer, may confer immunity in accordance with the provisions of section 50.20 or 190.40 of the criminal procedure law; provided, however, that no immunity shall be conferred except upon twenty-four hours prior written notice to the appropriate district attorney having an official interest therein.

Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does New York Consolidated Laws § 243 cover?

Section 243 ("243Witnesses not to be excused from testifying") 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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