New York § 151 - 151Qualifications
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 151 — 151Qualifications, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 151. 151Qualifications
§ 151. Qualifications. No person shall be eligible to appointment or reappointment to such police department, nor continue as a member thereof, who shall not be a citizen of the United States, who has been convicted of a felony, who shall be unable to read and write understandingly the English language or who shall not reside within the state of New York and in any town or village in the county in which such town is situated at the time of his or her appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 151
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 151 cover?
Section 151 ("151Qualifications") 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 § 151?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 151" (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.
Is this the official text of New York law?
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How does New York § 151 apply to my situation?
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